CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (73039)

Regency Integrated Health Services, LLC; Yoakum (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide exceptional care and support in a nursing and rehabilitation setting. This role involves implementing treatment plans, evaluating residents, and coordinating with facility staff to enhance patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to quality care and the ability to educate and collaborate effectively with others. Join a dedicated team that values excellence and provides opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact on the lives of residents.

Qualifications

• Implement care plans as established by therapists and physicians.
• Screen residents quarterly to assess functional abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and establish treatment plans based on individual needs.
• Coordinate in-services for facility staff to ensure effective care.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Patient Supervision

Documentation

Staff Education

Education

COTA Certification

Active Texas State Licensure

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Yoakum Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Yoakum, TX

Position Type: PRN

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Description

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will implement the plan of care as established by the therapist and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care. The COTA will communicate with facility staff and provide support to the facility through training and in-services as needed.

Qualifications

•Screen all residents in the facility on a quarterly basis to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if therapeutic intervention is indicated.

•Evaluate residents per MD order and establish appropriate treatment plans and goals that meet the specific needs of the individual.

•Re-assess patients and caseload as appropriate to determine the need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress.

•Carry out treatment program as indicated.

•Provide thorough discharge planning that will allow the patient to function at a maximal level of independence in the least restrictive environment.

•Educate staff, families, and caregivers as indicated.

•Identify needs for program development and implement programs according to company policies and procedures.

•Identify equipment needs of the therapy department and order equipment according to company policy and procedure.

•Complete all required documentation according to guidelines specified in the documentation manual.

•Coordinate in-services for facility staff as the need is determined to ensure safe and effective carryover of maintenance/restorative programs and overall care of the residents.

•Attend all meetings required by the facility.

•Supervise therapy assistants/techs as set forth in PT/OT/ST state regulations.

Licensing Requirements

The COTA must maintain active Texas state licensure for Therapy Assistant.

Regency Integrated Health Servicesis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Regency does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory criteria.