Impactful COTA: Patient-Centered Occupational Therapy

Carle; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Carle Health in Illinois is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patients of all ages under OT supervision. You will follow the plan of care, deliver patient-centered, occupation-based interventions, document progress clearly, and collaborate with families and the care team.

Qualifications include NBCOT COTA certification, BLS within 30 days, and an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Qualifications

• Certification as NBCOT-registered COTA.
• Current BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Follows the therapist's plan of care.
• Adjusts the treatment based on patient response and communication with evaluating therapist.
• Implements intervention plans that are patient-centered and occupation-based.
• Produces clear documentation and communicates progress to payers.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborates with the occupational therapy team.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree: Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Carle Health in Illinois is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patients of all ages under OT supervision. You will follow the plan of care, deliver patient-centered, occupation-based interventions, document progress clearly, and collaborate with families and the care team.

Qualifications include NBCOT COTA certification, BLS within 30 days, and an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.