Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PRN

Kindred Healthcare; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for per diem work at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC. The role involves assisting in patient care, documentation, and communication with healthcare teams. Candidates must be certified, hold an associate's degree, and possess a valid OTA license. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality rehabilitation care.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have certification from the AOTA.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate's degree.
• Current and valid state OTA license or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and team.
• Assist with patient scheduling and charge documentation.
• Maintain equipment and work area safely and cleanly.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance

Certification from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PRN

Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center
Setting: Med Surg
Job Type: Per Diem
City/State: Hickory NC

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country. We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient’s unique needs, and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery. Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

What you will do in this role:

• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Other duties as assigned
• Candidates must have certification from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate's degree
• Current and valid state OTA license or certificate of practice or equivalent in the states where services are rendered
• Have availability for weekend shifts
• CPR certification (when required)

Through a history of successful joint-venture partnerships and management agreements, Lifepoint Rehabilitation works with hospitals to more effectively meet the needs of their patients, maintain employee satisfaction and generate long-term quality outcomes for their entire organization. We are fully dedicated to our partners and delivering on the promise made to patients.

About the company

Kindred is a leading diversified post-acute healthcare provider of transitional care hospitals, rehabilitation services. Kindred Healthcare's mission is to help our patients reach their highest potential for health and healing with intensive medical and rehabilitative care through a compassionate patient experience

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