Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Belle Fourche (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc. seeks an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for SNF/LTC settings. This contract-to-perm role offers a days schedule and direct hire potential, with the incumbent expected to apply rehabilitative activities per an OT-developed treatment plan.

You will collaborate with the OT and interdisciplinary team, perform patient education, and contribute to progress monitoring within Centra's network in the United States.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree or certificate from an accredited school (OT/OTA).
• Current state license as an OTA/COTA or in the licensure process.
• Current CPR certification.
• Assess learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers based on age and emotional status.
• Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises per treatment plan.
• Collaborate with occupational therapists and other team members.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust therapy as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and home programs.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient assessment

Rehabilitation activities supervision

Education

Associate's degree or certificate

Job description

A great SNF / LTC is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA to join their growing team for a contract assignment! This is a direct hire / 'perm' position. Days schedule. This role assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission and critical goals of the organization into their job performance.

Requirements

• Must have earned either an Associates degree from an accredited school or a certificate from either a community, technical or vocational college.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA.
• Current CPR certification.
• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers with regards to age, level of understanding and emotional status.
• Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient's progress.
• Effectively collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients goals.

About Centra

Centra Healthcare's mission is to provide unparalleled service enabling professionals to concentrate on caring for America.

We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Full Time Permanent Position within Centra's Network

• We have an expanded list of preferred clientele that have requested confidential searches that you may not be able to find on the general job boards advertisement.
• You will have a designated Strategic Search Consultant that will get to know your ideal career and work exclusively with you.
• We will assist with the entire negotiation process, including but not limited to sign on and / or retention bonus opportunities and ensure a highly competitive compensation package.