COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - PRN

Graceworks Lutheran Services; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide quality care to clients. This role involves working closely with an Occupational Therapist to deliver effective treatment and support to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being. You'll be part of a compassionate team that values collaboration and innovation, making a real difference in the lives of older adults and individuals with disabilities. Join a workplace that offers competitive wages, paid training, and opportunities for growth, while being committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive wages and paid training

Paid Holidays

Medical and dental coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Ohio License or eligible for a license as a COTA is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality client care under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain safety and adhere to healthcare standards at all times.
• Participate in rehabilitation planning and meetings.

Skills

Client Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Infection Control

Education

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Company info:

Graceworks Lutheran Services is a not for profit organization serving over 2000 older adults and adults with disabilities. We are a leader in offering services and settings that inspire and support a sense of home when people experience challenging and changing circumstance related to aging and living with disabilities.

PRN openings available

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing quality client care while maintaining a positive and effective level of interaction between staff members, clients, family members, and other healthcare professionals. Performs duties under the direction of the Occupational Therapist and administers treatment as directed.

Job duties:

• Adheres to Federal, State, local, and Bethany Village standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines; and the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Code of Ethics while providing quality care and treatment to residents.
• Provides treatment as directed and acts as an assistant to the Occupational Therapist.
• Adheres to OSHA standards and is responsible for the residents’ safety at all times while under care and treatment.
• Participates in individual residential rehabilitation planning and meetings.
• Interacts with residents, family members, staff member, and other healthcare professionals to promote efficient and quality care to the residents.
• Adheres to infection control policies, professional therapeutic services, and Bethany Village’s policies and procedures at all times while providing care to residents.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of adaptive aids for residents.
• Performs home assessments with analysis in conjunction with the Occupational Therapist.
• Participates in projects, program development, and quality assurance programs as directed.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the organization and all federal and state laws regarding the privacy of protected health information.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the organization regarding the use of technology and technology-based information.
• Performs other duties as directed.

As a team member at Graceworks Lutheran Services, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive wages and paid training
• Paid Holidays
• Available medical and dental coverage, long term disability and life insurance, 403(b) retirement account, vision discount program for qualified full-time employees
• Tuition Reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Employee referral bonuses

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) program. Ohio License or eligible for a license as a COTA.
• At least one year experience, in geriatrics or subacute care; long-term health care setting preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.