Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PRN

Kindred Healthcare; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Oklahoma City is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to implement and modify treatment programs for patients. The role involves collaboration with supervising therapists and ensuring compliance with hospital policies. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in patient care and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Previous experience in patient care preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Implements comprehensive treatment programs under supervision.
• Communicates with support personnel regarding treatment orders.
• Observes treatment effects and recommends changes as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

What you will do in this role:

• Under guidance of supervising OTR/L: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs
• Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions
• Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act
• Observes treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals and recommends change to the supervising OTR/L, if needed
• Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising OTR/L
• Other duties as assigned

• Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred
• Current BLS/CPR