Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Yad Healthcare; Wallace (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid orientation

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Wallace Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Wallace, NC is hiring a Contract/PRN COTA to provide comprehensive occupational therapy under OTR supervision in a long-term care setting.

The role requires a BA or AS in Occupational Therapy, current state license, and SNF experience is preferred. The facility offers a supportive team, new benefits, and opportunities for advancement while maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy recognized by the AOTA
• Holds current license and/or registration in the state as applicable
• SNF experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines
• Assist OT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly
• Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress notes with co-signature by the OTR
• Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, re-certifications and discharges
• Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor
• Supervise junior COTA staff or students as needed
• Maintain professional relationships with coworkers, facility staff, patients and families

Skills

COTA

Patient care

Education

BA or AS in Occupational Therapy

Tools

State OT license

Job description

Wallace Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, located in Wallace, NC,is a Long Term Care facility that provides quality care to our residents. Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.

NOW HIRING:

(COTA) Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN

NEW BENEFITS!

• New added bonuses and perks!
• PTO!
• Paid orientation!
• Very supportive management!
• Health insurance!
• Dental insurance!
• Vision insurance!
• 401 (k)!
• Employee discounts!
• Very High No Frills rates!
• Same day pay option!
• Employee Engagement program!
• Staff appreciation lunches and give outs!
• Company Swag!
• Annual raises!
• Opportunities for advancement!
• University partner, offering tuition assistance to staff and dependents!

Qualifications:

1.Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy that is recognized by the AOTA. 2.Holds current license and/or registration in the state (as applicable).

3. SNF experience preferred

Job Responsibilities:

1.Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines.

2.Assist OT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.

3.Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the OTR.

4.Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, re-certifications and discharges.

5.Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.

6.Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.

7.Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.

8.Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.

9.Complete billing logs and bill patients ethically and accurately for occupational therapy services rendered.

10.Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.

11.Supervise junior COTA staff members or students as needed.

12.Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.

13.Provide in-service education regarding patient care or occupational therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.

14.Comply with all facility policies and procedures.

15.Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.

16.Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and project a professional image at all times.

17.Adhere to productivity requirements, complete productivity reports and submit in a timely manner.

18.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers

19.Perform all other duties assigned by the department supervisor, lead therapist or regional manager.

20.Comply with all Facility HR policies re: lunch, sick and time off notification.

21.Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.

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