Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) PRN

Panacea Health Corp; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Competitive rates

401k & PTO

Referral program

One location

No daily travel

Orientation and training

Awards & recognition

Career advancement

Ongoing professional training

Job summary

Twin Lakes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a PRN role at our 137-bed skilled nursing facility. Your focus will be delivering OT services per care plans, collaborating with the rehab team, and supporting discharge planning to improve resident outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in COTA, demonstrates patience and customer service, and is able to work flexibly in a team with ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university for COTA is required.
• New grads will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, developing, and delivering Occupational Therapy Services per standards.
• Provide individual therapy services according to care plans.
• Assist in resident assessments and development of therapy plans with MDS.
• Help adjust therapy plans to match resident care goals.
• Brief residents on procedures and prepare equipment.
• Coordinate therapy appointments with other departments.
• Maintain safety and care of supplies and therapy area.

Skills

Patience

Customer service

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

Associate degree in COTA

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

Benefits of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):

• Daily Pay! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!
• Industry Competitive Rates!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, 401k, and Generous PTO!
• Employee Referral Program!
• One Location, No Daily Travel
• Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Continuous professional and clinical training

Are you a highly skilled, compassionate Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) looking for an employment opportunity? Twin Lakes offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to improve the quality of life of residents at our rehab and nursing facility. Twin Lakes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center has the perfect opportunity for YOU!

Twin Lakes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a 137 bed industry leading Skilled nursing facility with a supportive family environment. Our compassionate rehab teams are led by an experienced Director of Rehabilitation.

The rehab department utilizes Optima Therapy for billing and documentation to assist therapists with daily efficiency where quality care remains the primary focus of each therapist. The facility has a 7-day a week, In-House comprehensive rehabilitation program that is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team. Our rehab positions are stable and secure at one location.

Responsibilities of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):

• Your primary focus will be to assist in the planning, organizing, developing, and delivering of Occupational Therapy Services in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, to ensure the highest degree of quality resident is continuously maintained.
• Providing individual therapy services to residents according to the care plans.
• Assisting in resident assessment activities as needed
• Assisting as needed in developing therapy plans for individual residents in conjunction with MDS.
• Keeping the Therapist informed of any need to adjust therapy plans to match or support resident care plan goals.
• Briefing residents in procedures involved in occupational therapy and preparing necessary equipment.
• Participating in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc.
• Interviewing residents and family members, as necessary.
• Coordinating therapy appointments with other departments.
• Following therapy department safety standards.
• Maintaining the care and use of supplies, equipment, and appearance of the therapy area.

Requirements of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):

• An associate degree from an accredited college or university for COTA is required.
• A minimum of one year of related experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility or other related medical facility is required, as is the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. New Grads will be considered.
• The successful candidate will also demonstrate patience, courtesy, excellent customer service skills, dependability, attention to detail and flexibility.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) drive our daily activities with all we interact with.

Take pride in your career and join an organization where your talents will shine!

Twin Lakes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.