Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Per Diem

Palmetto Subacute Care Center; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

KinderCare Discount

Plum Benefits

Job summary

Palmetto Subacute Care Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to assist with treatment under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will support the OT in achieving patient-specific goals and ensure timely documentation of progress.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, strong clinical care, and adherence to facility policies. Prior geriatric or long-term care experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid state license/registration.
• Provide treatment under supervision of the OT.
• Geriatric care experience preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and timely progress notes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out best practice treatments under supervision of OT.
• Document patient progress in weekly notes.
• Collaborate with all disciplines for patient-centered care.
• Adhere to facility policies and supervision requirements.
• Perform duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.

Skills

Licensed healthcare professional

Documentation skills

Geriatric care experience

Patient-centered care

Professionalism

Time management

Collaborative teamwork

Clinical excellence

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out best practice treatments under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist Assistant will provide treatment by adhering to specific goals developed by the OT. As well, the COTA must provide feedback to the supervision occupational therapist via documentation or in any other method required by facility policy.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under supervision of Occupational Therapist
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Document patient’s progress on weekly progress note in a timely fashion.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation

Shifts:

• All positions available.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• KinderCare Discount
• Plum Benefits (Discounted tickets to destinations and attractions)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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