Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Pines at Philadelphia Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full Time

Same Day Pay!!

Refer a Friend Bonus!

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event "We

Thankful Thursday"!

Résumé du poste

The Pines at Philadelphia Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to implement and support occupational therapy programs for residents under the supervision of a Registered OT.

Responsibilities include delivering ADL-based treatments, assisting with group activities, and coordinating with the rehab team to promote independence and safety in resident care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure, as required by the state.

Responsabilités

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Provides OT treatments including activities of daily living and ROM exercises.
• Performs ADL evaluations under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups with the OT.
• Instructs residents and caregivers in OT techniques under supervision.
• Collaborates with rehab team to develop programs matching resident needs.
• Maintains timely resident documentation for all treated residents.
• Attends resident care and other required meetings as a rep of OT.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and reports repairs as needed.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Formation

OT Assistant Program graduate

Licensed/eligible per state

Description du poste

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event "Thankful Thursday"!

RATE: $40 PER HOUR

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Available
• Full Time
• Same Day Pay!!
• Refer a Friend Bonus!
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event "Thankful Thursday"!

About us:

The Pines at Philadelphia is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you\'re looking for a workplace where you\'ll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we\'d love to have you on our team.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) POSITION SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to residents to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) RESPONSIBLITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Occupational Therapist;
2. Provides individualized occupational therapy treatments including activities of daily living and range of motion exercises;
3. Performs activities of daily living evaluations under the direction of the Occupational Therapist;
4. Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist;
5. Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist;
6. Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;
7. Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated;
8. Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist;
9. Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;
10. Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association. He/she must be certified and/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
2. Licensed and/or eligible for licensure, as required by the state.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) JOB SKILLS:

1. Good organizational and time management skills.
2. Good verbal and written communication skills.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

1. Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
2. Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required