COTA - Inpatient Therapy BTAR

UNC Health; Woodridge (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Nash is seeking a Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our therapy team. You will work under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist to implement treatment plans and monitor patient progress, contributing to discharge planning and successful rehabilitation within a 40-hour work week.

The role emphasizes collaboration with OTR/L, nursing, and other care providers to ensure high-quality patient care and timely communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited program for Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Current North Carolina license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Current BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists OTR/L with patient evaluations, and provides input with respect to treatment plans.
• Implements assigned aspects of the treatment plan.
• Participates in the evaluation of the treatment plan.
• When determined competent, performs all physical therapy procedures approved for the position, and as detailed in the position's Skills Checklist.
• Communicates with patients or their representatives.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development over the entire life span of a patient.
• Communicates with team members, physicians and other care providers regarding occupational therapy.
• Provides Oversight and guidance to non-licensed personnel, new employees and students.

Skills

Assists OTR/L

Input on treatment plans

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

Accredited OTA program

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the‑art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary

The Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant implements treatment plans developed and supervised by a Licensed Occupational Therapist and provides input regarding patient's response to treatment and progress, in an attempt to prevent disability following disease/injury, while helping the patient reach his/her maximum performance while learning to live within the limits of his/her capabilities.

Responsibilities

• 1. Assists OTR/L with patient evaluations, and provides input with respect to treatment plans.
• 2. Implements assigned aspects of the treatment plan.
• 3. Participates in the evaluation of the treatment plan.
• 4. When determined competent, performs all physical therapy procedures approved for the position, and as detailed in the position's Skills Checklist.
• 5. Communicates with patients or their representatives.
• 6. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development over the entire life span of a patient.
• 7. Communicates with team members, physicians and other care providers regarding occupational therapy.
• 8. Provides Oversight and guidance to non-licensed personnel, new employees and students.

Other information

• 1. Graduation from an accredited program for Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• 2. Current North Carolina license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• 3. Current BCLS certification.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: BTAR Therapy Services

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.