Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants

Cedar Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Clemmons (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Cedar Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Clemmons, NC is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a per diem basis. You will work under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to provide patient care and support treatment plans.

Responsibilities include treating patients, documenting progress, participating in team meetings, and assisting with home or restorative programs for residents.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program.
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Ability to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Ability to lift patients, equipment, supplies, etc. to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients according to treatment plan.
• Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines.
• Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department.
• Participate in in-service training programs.
• Participate in facility performance improvement programs.
• Communicate with medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors.
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily as needed.
• Possess sight and hearing senses, or use prosthetics to enable these senses to function adequately.
• Function independently with flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with patients, clients, and team members.
• Ability to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the facility.
• Ability to lift patients, medical equipment, supplies, etc. to 50 lbs

Education

Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program

Certificate/state licensure process for PTA/OTA

Current registration/licensure as PTA/OTA

English language proficiency

Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress

Lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants

Job Location: Clemmons, North Carolina

Company: Cedar Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Job Type: Per Diem

About Us:

Cedar Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is a member of the Alliance Health Group family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are a resident-centered and quality-focused organization that values the well-being of our patients, clients, and team members. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best "you" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team up with like-minded co-workers, then we are looking for you.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. As a COTA, you will work under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to provide patient care and related activities as directed. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Treating patients as directed by the licensed therapist
• Demonstrating a positive attitude and team-building approach with patients, clients, and team members
• Consistently attending work and providing appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off
• Maintaining productivity standards as determined by your supervisor and clinical needs
• Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, and other meetings as required
• Instructing families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs

Essential Functions:

• Treat patients according to treatment plan
• Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines
• Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department
• Participate in in-service training programs
• Participate in facility performance improvement programs
• Communicate with medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily as needed
• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress of the position
• Possess sight and hearing senses, or use prosthetics to enable these senses to function adequately
• Function independently with flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with patients, clients, and team members
• Ability to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the facility
• Ability to lift patients, medical equipment, supplies, etc. to 50 lbs

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Current registration/licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Ability to speak the English language in an understandable manner
• Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
• Possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately
• Function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with patients, clients, and team members
• Ability to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the facility
• Ability to lift patients, medical equipment, supplies, etc. to 50 lbs

Work Environment:

• Works in a well-lighted and ventilated office and therapy area
• Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently throughout the workday
• Subject to falls, burns, infectious diseases, odors, and other environmental hazards
• Mobile phone use is only permitted during break and non-paid allocated lunch times

Travel Requirements:

• Licensed and able to travel between facilities as indicated by Supervisor