COTA - Restore Independence (Days)

Prime Healthcare; Riverdale (GA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Bereavement leave

FMLA leave

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA. The role supports patients in regaining independence through therapeutic activities, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, assisting with mobility and daily living activities, and educating patients and families during rehab.

Qualifications

• Association Degree (COTA) from an accredited program.
• Current state Occupational Therapy certification.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• National Board for Certification Occupational Therapy certification, AOTA and OTAC membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, provides prescribed therapeutic services to restore and prevent disability for clients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Complies with department and Hospital policies and state/federal requirements: Title 22 Section 70517, 70519.
• Provides occupational therapy treatments according to established plans of care.
• Assists patients with mobility, coordination, strength, and activities of daily living.
• Monitors patient progress and communicates changes to the Occupational Therapist and care team.
• Educates and supports patients and families throughout rehabilitation.
• Delivers prescribed therapy services while following hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

COTA certification

Education

Associate Degree (COTA) from an accredited program

Current state Occupational Therapy certification

Current BCLS (AHA) certificate

NBCOT certification / AOTA OTAC membership preferred

Job description

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA. The role supports patients in regaining independence through therapeutic activities, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, assisting with mobility and daily living activities, and educating patients and families during rehab.