COTA-PRN

Ernest Health, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

North Texas Rehabilitation Institute in Plano, TX seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our patient-centered rehabilitation team. Under the direction of an occupational therapist, the COTA delivers rehabilitative services, monitors progress, and helps implement individualized treatment plans, contributing to measurable recovery outcomes.

As part of the Ernest Health network, we offer a collaborative culture, wellness programs, and opportunities to grow within a CIHQ

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a COTA in accordance with state guidelines.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of an occupational therapist, provides rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments and monitors patient progress.

Skills

COTA licensure

CPR certified

Direct patient care

Job description

Overview

COTA- PRN- Plano, Texas

North Texas Rehabilitation Institute is a 48-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Plano, TX, serving the North Dallas region as part of the Ernest Health network. The hospital provides comprehensive rehabilitation for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, orthopedic and trauma surgery, and other complex medical conditions, and is recognized as a CIHQ Center of Excellence in both Rehabilitation Services and Stroke Care. Known for its collaborative culture and innovative therapy programs, NTRI emphasizes individualized care and measurable recovery outcomes in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

We are seeking a COTA to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current licensure as a COTA required per state guidelines.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR card required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Demonstrates critical thinking skills: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to move quickly from one task to another and to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to use appropriate equipment necessary for the job

Responsibilities

Under the direction of an occupational therapist, provides rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments. Monitors the patient's program and records patient's progress for the occupational therapist. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.