Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full time

Forestgrove; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted employee meals

Health Insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

Life & Disability benefits

PTO & Holiday pay

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Forest Grove Post Acute is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support the staff OT in providing resident-centered care. You will help with treatment, documentation, and equipment needs while maintaining safety and infection control standards.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate Degree from an accredited COTA program, are licensed in the state, and can communicate effectively with residents, families, and the care team.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Proficient with Net Health and Point Click Care systems.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to present information clearly to managers, coworkers and families.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment following infection control protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and rehabilitation meetings.
• Assist nursing with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate progress and discharge planning updates to the team.
• Provide in-services on training programs for staff as needed.
• Educate residents and caregivers on home programs and safety.
• Recommend durable medical equipment to support independence.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents and company information.

Skills

Reading procedures

Policy & procedures comprehension

Clear communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in COTA

Job description

FOREST GROVE POST ACUTE

Our purpose is to care for people in their moments of need.

Our philosophy of caring is based on our core values and is at the center of all we do.

FGPA is proud of our commitment to excellence and emphasis on quality care guided by a compassionate heart.

Benefits:

• Discounted employee meals
• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Life & Disability benefits
• PTO & Holiday pay
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program

General Purpose

The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with resident related activities and direct resident care.

Essential Duties

• Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third‑party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicates routinely with the supervising occupational therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Provides in‑services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Associate Degree from an accredited COTA program. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond

to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state. Employee must

meet continuing education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board. Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility. CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment. Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team. The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for safe and effective resident care. Other essential functions include assisting, supporting, and transporting residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.