Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

YAD Healthcare; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Job summary

Emporia Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Emporia, VA is hiring a COTA to work under OTR supervision within a long-term care setting. You will deliver occupational therapy services, contribute to care plans, and support residents’ daily activities.

We value teamwork, flexibility, and professional growth. A VA-licensed COTA with SNF experience is preferred; same day pay option and competitive benefits are offered. Join our collaborative rehab team and help residents maintain independence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associate degree in Occupational Therapy recognized by the AOTA.
• Holds current license/registration in VA.
• SNF experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines.
• Assist OT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
• Document patient’s daily participation and progress and obtain OTR co-signature.
• Ensure MD orders for treatments, re-certifications and discharges are obtained.
• Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
• Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
• Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete scheduling of patients and bill patients for occupational therapy services rendered.

Skills

COTA

OT Assistant

SNF experience

Education

BA or Associate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Emporia Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, located in Emporia, VA, is a Long Term Care facility that provides quality care to our residents. Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.

NOW HIRING:

(COTA) Occupational Therapist Assistant

Same Day Pay Option

Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Qualifications:

1. Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy that is recognized by the AOTA.
2. Holds current license and/or registration in the state VA.
3. SNF experience preferred

Job Responsibilities:

1. Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines.
2. Assist OT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
3. Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the OTR.
4. Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, re-certifications and discharges.
5. Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
6. Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
7. Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
8. Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.
9. Complete billing logs and bill patients ethically and accurately for occupational therapy services rendered.
10. Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.
11. Supervise junior COTA staff members or students as needed.
12. Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.
13. Provide in-service education regarding patient care or occupational therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.
14. Comply with all facility policies and procedures.
15. Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
16. Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and project a professional image at all times.
17. Adhere to productivity requirements, complete productivity reports and submit in a timely manner.
18. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers
19. Perform all other duties assigned by the department supervisor, lead therapist or regional manager.
20. Comply with all Facility HR policies re: lunch, overtime, sick and time off notification.
21. Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.

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