Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Cascadia EE LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascadia EE LLC is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to support rehabilitation for residents under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role focuses on implementing treatment plans and facilitating activities that promote functional independence.

This position requires graduate from a COTA program, current COTA license, CPR certification, and at least six months in long-term care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Current COTA license required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers a treatment program with goals determined by resident capacity under physician direction.
• Assists patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises per plan developed with an occupational therapist.
• Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and progress monitoring.
• Assists in instructing residents and families in home programs, basic living skills and use of adaptive equipment.
• Maintains punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Education

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

A Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) assists in the treatment of injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities, under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT). The Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA will aid in the provision of rehabilitative services for people suffering from physical, emotional, mental or developmental impairments.

Essential Functions

• Administers a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the resident’s/patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician.
• Assists patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of resident’s/patient's progress.
• Assists in the instruction of residents/patients and families in home programs, basic living skills and the care and use of adaptive equipment
• Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education:

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.

Licenses/Certification:

Current COTA license required.

Current CPR certification required.

Experience:

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.