COTA-Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Stellar Senior Living; Mead (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a premier assisted living provider as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, where you will play a vital role in helping patients achieve their maximum performance levels. In this part-time position, you will work under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist to implement treatment plans, maintain patient records, and design therapeutic exercises tailored to individual needs. This innovative firm values growth and is committed to providing exceptional care and support to its residents. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess strong leadership and customer service skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign on/Retention Bonus

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time-Off

Flexibility with Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Company Sponsored Training

Free Meals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy and current registration required.
• One year of experience preferred with strong supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in treatment plans under supervision of Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain accurate patient records and design treatment programs.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adaptive Equipment

Job description

Cedars Healthcare Center - Lakewood CO

Skilled Nursing Community

Pay Rate - $32Hr - $40Hr DOE

Part time shifts available. Sign on/Retention Bonus $1500 (paid out as employment requirements are met)

BENEFITS OFFERED for FT -Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance. 401(k) with company match, Paid Time-Off, Flexibility with schedules, tuition assistance, company sponsored training, free meals, etc.

ABOUT US –Cedars Healthcare Center is part of Stellar Senior Living, a premier assisted living and skilled nursing provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue this journey with us.

FUNCTION:The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will provide treatment to assigned patients, helping them reach maximum performance levels and utilize skills learned to function in the community within their capabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy required.
2. Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association required.
3. One year of experience preferred.
4. Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
5. Strong customer service orientation.
6. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
7. Ability to use tools for adaptive equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OTR), the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will help carry out treatment plans. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily.

1. Provides consultation in areas such as environmental design, adaptive equipment, and proper positioning of patients to prevent contractions and splinting. Administers and writes evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with departmental standards and procedures.
2. Maintains timely and accurate patient records and reports.
3. Designs and administers treatment programs to increase patients' levels of functioning using therapeutic exercises and activities.
4. Instructs patients in adapted techniques and the use of adaptive equipment for self-care skills.
5. Provides therapy for neurological integration and administers sensor-motor integration treatment techniques.
6. Designs and fabricates splints as specified by doctors' prescriptions.
7. Administers treatment programs to traumatic brain-injured patients.
8. Provides prevention therapy to maintain functional skills and instructs patients and families in personal care.
9. Administers prevocational programs to prepare patients to return to or enter a work setting.
10. Designs home programs and instructs patients or families in carrying out such programs.
11. Participates in patient support groups with other team members.
12. Demonstrates ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient to fulfill job requirements.
13. Demonstrates the ability to make independent decisions and solve practical problems.
14. Complies with community policies and procedures for workplace safety.
15. Complies with all company policies related to resident rights and confidentiality (HIPAA).
16. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

The Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from asking prospective employees to disclose any age-related information. Therefore, Colorado applicants are not required to disclose their age, date of birth, dates of schooling or graduation, or other age-related information.