Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Saint Luke's Health System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide patient-centered care under the guidance of a Registered Occupational Therapist. This role involves delivering individualized treatment plans, collaborating with healthcare teams, and supervising therapy assistant students. Join a dedicated team that values excellence in patient care and fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and are looking for a fulfilling part-time opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of experience in occupational therapy.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practice.
• Supervise treatment provided by occupational therapy assistant students.
• Participate in quality initiatives and make recommendations for client care.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Documentation Skills

Collaboration

Supervision

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Description

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides service under the direction of the Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR). The COTA follows the treatment plan developed by the occupational therapist and assists to help clients resume or develop skills needed for day-to-day life and work. They collaborate with the OT to modify care as necessary.

• Delivers individualized patient-centered treatment plan based on evidence-based practice and selects appropriate interventions based on the plan of care established by the occupational therapist.

• Aides in the periodic reassessment of patient progress and contributes to discharge planning.

• Supervises treatment provided by occupational therapy assistant students.

• Participates and makes recommendations for client care interventions to the interdisciplinary health care team.

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

• Delegates and instructs supportive personnel in services to be provided.

• Provides timely documentation per department and/or entity policy and as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements, and physician treatment plan.

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

• Performs all other duties as requested by the manager.

• Participates in quality initiatives

At the critical access hospitals, responsibilities include directing the Swing Bed activities program for swing bed patients.

Shift:

• 7:30 AM -4 PM, Monday, Thursday, Friday
• Plus 2- 3 eight-hour weekend shifts in an 8-week schedule block.
• Plus, Holiday Requirement

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, Occupational Therapy Assistant (MO) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Associate Degree - Occupational Therapy Job Details Part Time Day (United States of America)

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