Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Part Time

Good Samaritan; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join their dedicated team. This part-time role focuses on enhancing patients' quality of life through tailored therapy activities and exercises, all under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. The organization prides itself on a century-long commitment to quality care in a Christian environment, making it a fulfilling place to work. With a strong emphasis on safety and career growth opportunities, this role offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents and clients. Join a team where every interaction matters and contribute to a legacy of compassionate care.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous Time Off Package

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with therapy activities under supervision.
• Monitor and record therapy services to improve quality of life.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Activities

Documentation

Communication

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

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Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS SD Rapid City Hm Hlth

Location: Rapid City, SD

Address: 1851 City Springs Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: Part time

Weekly Hours: 20.00

Salary Range: $22.50 - $36.00

Department Details

• Our mission is ‘Dedicated to sharing God’s love through health, healing, and comfort’
• 100 year legacy as a Christian based organization dedicated to serving others
• We offer the highest quality of care and life possible to residents and clients, so they can focus more on what matters most
• Committed to safety as our highest priority. As caregivers, we commit to the safety of patients, residents, families, and each other because every moment matters – every day, every word, every interaction… every life!
• Career growth opportunities including Supervisory and Lead roles, Specialty Certifications, and the Senior Therapist Clinical Achievement Program
• The Therapy Governing Counsel ensures the therapists have a voice and ability to influence change
  
  

Job Summary

Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of an occupational therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. Selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. The certified occupational therapy assistant contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the occupational therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted occupational therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested.

Depending on location and facility needs, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.

When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided.

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.

Benefits

The Good Samaritan Society offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

The Good Samaritan Society is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

The Good Samaritan Society has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0212406

Job Function: Allied Health

Featured: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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