COTA: Direct Patient Care & Discharge Support

Pine Meadows Post Acute in; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Meadows Post Acute in is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the licensed Occupational Therapist in providing direct patient care. You will document notes, help with treatment plans, and support discharge planning while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include training Restorative Aides, maintaining treatment area, and communicating patient progress. A state license is required and familiarity with Casamba and Point Click Care is expected.

Qualifications

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Proficient with data entry into clinical software like Casamba and Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Assist with training Restorative Aides and in-services for staff.
• Communicate patient progress with supervisor and health team members.
• Participate in discharge planning and family/caregiver training.

Skills

Reading technical procedures

Policy comprehension

Effective communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Pine Meadows Post Acute in is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the licensed Occupational Therapist in providing direct patient care. You will document notes, help with treatment plans, and support discharge planning while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include training Restorative Aides, maintaining treatment area, and communicating patient progress. A state license is required and familiarity with Casamba and Point Click Care is expected.