Compassionate COTA: Rehab Impact & Growth

Recover-Care Heartland; Shawnee (KS); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k) with employer matching up to 2%

PTO & Sick Leave

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Annual Performance Reviews

Electronic Medical Documentation

Employee Recognition and Appreciation

Resumo da oferta

Recover-Care Heartland is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide individualized treatment that promotes independence and improves daily functioning for residents.

Responsibilities include administering interventions, guiding therapeutic activities, documenting progress, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to optimize care outcomes.

Qualificações

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program with an associate degree.
• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in the state of employment.
• Maintains all required continuing education and credentials in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Practices within the established scope of licensure and applicable professional standards.

Responsabilidades

• Provide individualized occupational therapy interventions based on established treatment plans and patient-specific goals.
• Guide residents through therapeutic exercises and functional activities designed to improve strength, coordination, mobility, and independence with daily tasks.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and accurately document progress, functional changes, and relevant observations.
• Work closely with occupational therapists, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
• Educate residents and caregivers on adaptive techniques, assistive devices, safety strategies, and home exercise programs.
• Assist patients with developing or regaining skills needed for dressing, grooming, hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
• Incorporate appropriate therapeutic tools, activities, and equipment to support functional improvement.
• Prepare, sanitize, organize, and maintain treatment supplies and equipment.
• Encourage patient participation, motivation, and confidence throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and contribute updates regarding patient progress and ongoing therapy needs.

Conhecimentos

Rehab experience

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Documentation

Team player

Attention to detail

Adaptive equipment

Travel to facilities

Formação académica

Associate degree in OT

Active COTA license

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Recover-Care Heartland is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide individualized treatment that promotes independence and improves daily functioning for residents.

Responsibilities include administering interventions, guiding therapeutic activities, documenting progress, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to optimize care outcomes.