Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Warsaw-Meadows-Care-Center; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Warsaw Meadows Care Center, located in Warsaw, IN, is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. This full-time position provides therapy services to residents under the supervision of a licensed OT, aiming to promote independence and improve quality of life.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s Degree in OT, current COTA licensure, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Commitment to ongoing professional development to maintain licensure and certification requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-focused approach.
• Experience in LTC/SNF settings with prior knowledge of Net Health is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services to residents in alignment with established standards and supervision by the OT.
• Conduct resident screenings at regular intervals to assess need for intervention or treatment.
• Collaborate with the OT to develop personalized treatment plans addressing residents' needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of therapy sessions and communicate progress to the OT and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Net Health

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Warsaw Meadows Care Center, located in Warsaw, IN

Position Type: Full Time

Warsaw Meadows Care Center is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. This position plays a vital role in providing exceptional therapy services to our residents, promoting independence, and improving quality of life under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT).

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to residents in alignment with established standards, company procedures, and productivity guidelines, as directed by the OT.

• Conduct resident screenings at regular intervals to assess the need for intervention or treatment, as permitted by state practice laws and company policies.

• Collaborate with the OT to assist in developing personalized treatment plans that address the unique needs of each resident.

• Maintain accurate documentation of therapy sessions and communicate resident progress to the OT and interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

• Commitment to ongoing professional development to maintain licensure and certification requirements.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-focused approach.

• The ideal candidate will have experience in LTC/SNF settings with prior knowledge of Net Health

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