COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

YAD Healthcare; Eastover (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible schedule

PTO

Company discounts

Company perks

Job summary

Seven Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Columbia, SC is seeking a COTA Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN to join our long-term care team. The role provides comprehensive OT services under supervision and supports residents in daily activities.

The position offers a flexible PRN schedule, competitive wages, and opportunities to work with a caring interdisciplinary team.

Active OT assistant licensure and SNF experience are preferred qualifications for applicants.

Qualifications

• BA or AS in Occupational Therapy recognized by AOTA.
• Active state OT assistant license/registration.
• SNF experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services under supervision of an OTR per state guidelines.
• Identify suitable patients and refer them to rehab.
• Document daily participation and progress with co-signature.
• Ensure orders, re-certifications, and discharges are obtained.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and professional relations.
• Attend rehab and facility meetings as needed.
• Supervise junior staff or students when required.
• Complete billing logs and bill ethically.

Skills

Valid OT license

Education

OTA degree (BA/AS in OT)

Job description

Seven Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, located in Columbia, SC, is a Long Term Care facility that provides quality care to our residents. Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.

COTA Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN

Benefits

• Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Company Discounts
• Company Perks and Activities

Qualifications

• 1.Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy that is recognized by the AOTA.
• 2.Holds current license and/or registration in the state (as applicable).
• SNF experience preferred

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines.
• Assist OT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
• Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the OTR.
• Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, re-certifications and discharges.
• Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
• Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
• Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.
• Complete billing logs and bill patients ethically and accurately for occupational therapy services rendered.
• Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.
• Supervise junior COTA staff members or students as needed.
• Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.
• Provide in-service education regarding patient care or occupational therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.
• Comply with all facility policies and procedures.
• Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and project a professional image at all times.
• Adhere to productivity requirements, complete productivity reports and submit in a timely manner.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers
• Perform all other duties assigned by the department supervisor, lead therapist or regional manager.
• Comply with all Facility HR policies re: lunch, overtime, sick and time off notification.
• Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.

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