Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

Confidential; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Eau Claire, WI. Work under an Occupational Therapist to improve residents’ daily living activities and quality of life through targeted therapy plans.

Applicants must be a licensed OTA in their state, with NBCOT certification preferred. BLS must be obtained within six months. This PRN role supports a team delivering compassionate, holistic care at Sanford Health facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice.
• NBCOT certification is preferred for Sanford Health facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides, monitors and records services to patients/residents with impairments.
• Selects, implements, and modifies activities and interventions with demonstrated competency.
• Exchanges information with the occupational therapist and documents accordingly.
• Knows patient outcomes and contributes to treatment planning.

Skills

problem-solving

communication

creativity

Education

OTA licensure (state)

NBCOT certification (preferred)

Job description

Careers With Purpose At the Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health, our diverse therapy care team offers compassionate care and strives to always put our residents and patients first. Join one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States, where we have openings available across 24 states and we're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities. Facility: Marsh Ctr Eau Claire Location: Eau Claire, WI Address: 2116 Craig Rd, Eau Claire, WI 54701, USA Shift: Varies Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $24.00 - $33.00

Job Summary

Begin your career journey with us and start changing lives today as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you would work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to improve residents' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities by assisting with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan. Here you'll be given the opportunity to use and develop skills like problem-solving, communication, and creativity while delivering quality, holistic care as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

Responsibilities

• Provides, monitors and records services to patients/residents with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments
• Selects, implements, and modifies activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels and goals
• Exchanges information with and provides documentation to the occupational therapist
• Knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's targeted occupational therapy outcomes

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.

Sanford 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 or send an email to .

Sanford 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-

Job Function: Allied Health

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