Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA/L)

Community Life GmbH; Tarentum (Allegheny County); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 41.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

4 Weeks Paid Time Off

7 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay available

Zusammenfassung

Community LIFE Tarentum in Pennsylvania seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA/L) to deliver in-home and in-center therapy for older adults, aiding independence with ADLs/IADLs, ROM, and strength per an OT/L plan.

The role is Mon-Fri, daylight hours (7:30am-4:00pm) with federal mileage reimbursement. PA licensure and one year of elder-care experience are required, along with compassionate patient care and reliable attendance.

Qualifikationen

• OTA/L program completion approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum of one year working with the frail or elder population.

Aufgaben

• Provide in-home and in-center therapy for older adults.
• Help regain or maintain independence with ADL’s and IADL’s, ROM, and strength.
• Follow a treatment plan established by the OT/L.

Kenntnisse

Geriatric care

Clinical competency

Documentation

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Ausbildung

OTA/L program completion

Tools

PA Driver’s License

Jobbeschreibung

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA/L)

Community LIFE Tarentum, Pennsylvania, United States

Summary: Our COTA provides in-home and in-center therapy for older adults on an ongoing basis in an effort to help regain or maintain their abilities to remain independent with ADL’s and IADL’s, range of motion, strength and interventions established by a treatment plan from the OT/L. This is a Mon-Fri daylight (7:30am-4:00pm) position. Mileage reimbursement is provided at the federal rate.

Location:Somerset, PA

Benefits: 4 Weeks Paid Time Off7 Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental and Vision insuranceLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceAutomatic Contribution to a 403(b) retirement planTuition ReimbursementDaily Pay available

Required Education:Successful OTA/L program completion approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.

Required Experience:Minimum of one year working with the frail or elder population.

Required Licensure/Certifications

Current OTA licensure issued by the state of PA.Valid PA Driver’s License

Required Skills:

• Able to demonstrate clinical competency with the geriatric population.
• Initiative and resourcefulness.
• Discretion, tact, patience, and good judgment.
• Empathetic and compassionate attitude in caring for the elderly.
• Ability to understand & carry out non-technical verbal & written directions, record messages, & keep records.
• Ability to get along well with others and gain the cooperation of participants
• Physical and emotional ability to carry out assigned tasks
• Routine work involving the personal care and program activities of participants
• Neat appearance
• Proven record of excellent attendance
• Good organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt and be flexible

About us:

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life.

Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible.

Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.

Salary Information

$25 - $30Hourly Wage