Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA - Avamere Cascade Park

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for per diem work at Avamere Rehab of Cascade Park in Vancouver, WA. The role provides quality patient care under licensed therapist supervision and requires strong collaboration with the rehab team.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an approved COTA program, maintains CPR/BLS certification, and has knowledge of Medicare and payer sources.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum.
• Able to practice unencumbered and in good standing with regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
• Maintains CPR/BLS during employment.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Implements and executes patient treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and team members.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility requirements and insurance needs.
• Maintains awareness of patient needs and reports changes to supervising therapists promptly.
• Attends required meetings and coordinates treatment goals with team members.

Skills

Multitasking

Professionalism

Medicare knowledge

CPR/BLS certification

Education

Graduate of an approved COTA curriculum

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Status: Per diem

Wage: $40 - $45 DOE

Location: Avamere Rehab of Cascade Park - 801 SE Park Crest Ave. Vancouver, WA 98683

Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position is to assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.

Key Responsibilities

• Implements and execute an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate with patients, 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, and reimbursement requirements.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapists on a timely basis.

Associate Responsibilities

• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards 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 residents’ rights.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.