Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Contract

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

CEU Reimbursement

Housing accommodations

Assignment completion bonuses

401(k) plan

Housing accommodations

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a contract assignment in Texas. The role supports patients in SNF/LTC settings under supervision and involves a day shift schedule.

Ideal candidates may be newly graduated or experienced, with an associate's degree or certificate and an active or pending state license, plus CPR certification. Responsibilities include collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and implementing treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or certificate from an accredited program.
• Current state license or active licensure process as a COTA.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan.
• Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers.
• Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient rehabilitation activities

Education

Associate's degree or certificate

Certificate from community/technical/vocational college

Job description

A great SNF / LTC is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA to join their growing team for a contract assignment!

This is a contract position. Days schedule.

This role assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission and critical goals of the organization into their job performance.

Requirements include:

• Must have earned either an Associates degree from an accredited school or a certificate from either a community, technical or vocational college.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant/ COTA or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA.
• Current CPR certification.
• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers with regards to age, level of understanding and emotional status.
• Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient's progress.
• Effectively collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients goals.

About Centra:

Centra Healthcare's mission is to provide unparalleled service enabling professionals to concentrate on caring for America. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra:

• Highly competitive pay rates
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• CEU Reimbursement
• A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States
• High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan
• License and medical reimbursement
• Housing accommodations
• Assignment completion bonuses