Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Ovation By Avamere; Issaquah (WA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation facility is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists. This part-time role involves implementing treatment plans, communicating with patients and families, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in occupational therapy, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum.
• Able to practice unencumbered.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under supervision.
• Communicates with patients, families, and team members.
• Maintains valid licensure and certification.

Skills

Professionalism

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Pay $40.00 / hour

Location Issaquah/Washington

Employment type Part-Time

Job Description

Req#: CERTI013445

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Status: PRN

Wage: $40/hour

Location: Avamere Rehabilitation of Issaquah - 805 Front St S, Issaquah, WA 98027

The purpose of this position is to assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.

• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.

• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.

• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements.

• Supports and participates in department operations and development.

• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.

ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.

• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with Supervisor.

• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.

• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.

• Attends required meetings as designed by the Director of Rehab and/or Supervisor.

• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients’ response to treatment plan.

• Provides constructive feedback to rehab aides.

• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.

• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.

• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.

• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum.

• Able to practice unencumbered.

• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.

• Full knowledge of resident’s rights.

• Exudes professionalism in presentation.

• Ability to multitask.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.

• CPR certification.

Please Note: Effective Oct. 18, 2021, all Avamere employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they have an approved medical or religious exception. If you are hired by Avamere after Oct. 18, 2021, you will need to be fully vaccinated (or obtain an approved exemption) prior to starting work and need to provide proof of vaccination (or approved exemption) within 10 days of starting work.

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

OTA

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