COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN

Vibra Healthcare; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibra Hospital of Boise in Boise, ID seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our dedicated rehab team. You will provide and direct occupational therapy services to patients, following physician orders, and contribute to individualized care plans in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy, NCET for COTA, and an active COTA license. BLS certification is also required, with a preference for one year of experience in a clinical

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Successful completion of NCET for COTA.
• Current, valid license to practice as a COTA in the state of employment.
• Current BLS certification from Vibra-approved vendor.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct occupational therapy services to patients per physician orders.
• Perform assessments, plan treatment, document progress.
• Collaborate with care team and communicate with patients' families.

Skills

Professionalism

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy

NCET for COTA

Current state license as COTA

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

Hospital Details

Vibra Hospital of Boise, located in Boise, ID, is a 40 bed Critical Care Hospital, providing acute care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. Often our patients require additional critical care services for medically complex conditions such as trauma, infectious diseases, wound healing, cardiovascular disease, stroke, amputation and ventilator weaning. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team!

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing and directing Occupational Therapy Services to patients including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Functions under physician's orders.

Required Skills

• Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy required.


• Successful completion of National Certification Examination for COTA required.


• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of employment required.


• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• One (1) year of experience preferred.


• Ability to project a professional image.


• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.


• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.


• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.


• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.


• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

At Vibra Healthcare, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.