Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC

Centra Healthcare Solutions, Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant / COTA for a contract-to-permanent position in Billings, MT. The role supports rehabilitative activities under an OT's guidance and works within an interdisciplinary team to achieve patient goals.

Requirements include an associate degree or certificate, current state licensure or active licensure process, and CPR certification. The position emphasizes clinical reasoning and collaborative care in a SNF/LTC setting.

Qualifications

• An associate degree or a certificate from a technical or vocational college is required.
• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / COTA, or in the process of licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises per a treatment plan created with an OT.
• Assess patient and caregiver learning needs and abilities considering age, understanding, and emotional status.
• Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning in planning, implementing, and monitoring progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with rehabilitation activities and exercises as outlined in the treatment plan.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.
• Monitor and document patient progress and adjust care under supervision.
• Support implementation of treatment plans developed with the occupational therapist.

Skills

CPR Certification

Education

Associates degree or certificate from a community/technical/vocational college

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 include:

• 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.