Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) PRN

Lakeside Health & Wellness; Kemp (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Kemp, Texas, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a part-time/PRN position. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in patient rehabilitation, implementing care plans, and educating patients and their families while working within a dedicated healthcare team.

Qualifications

• COTA certification in Texas is required.
• Experience in Skilled Nursing or Veterans Home is preferred.
• Strong communication and patient care skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate rehabilitation of patients with disabilities.
• Implement occupational therapy care plans.
• Educate patients and family members.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job description

At Lakeside Health and Wellness, our associates are our most valuable assets. Each associate provides a service that directly or indirectly affects patients, families, other team members, and the public. We strive to excel in providing the highest quality healthcare and customer service possible, which is incumbent upon the excellence and commitment of our leaders and caregivers.

CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANTS (COTA)

PRN/ Part Time

Responsibilities

• Facilitation of rehabilitation of patients with emotional, physical or mental disabilities
• Implementation of occupational therapy care plans
• Coordination of care with entire care team
• Educating patients and family members
• Preparing timely, complete and accurate clinical notes
• Communicating effectively with patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, office support and other care team members

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in the State of Texas
• Skilled Nursing or Veterans Home experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of SNF or Veterans Healthcare regulations and general healthcare compliance
• Truly cares for people and will go above and beyond to provide outstanding patient care
• Has outstanding communication skills (written, verbal and non-verbal)
• Who is autonomous and self-motivated
• Believes in a team approach to problem solving and care
• Freely shares their ideas and visions and stands up for what they believe in and loves having a positive impact on patient's lives

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.