Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC - Contract

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Ashland (WI); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 52,349,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

CEU Reimbursement

Housing accommodations

Assignment completion bonuses

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join a Skilled Nursing Facility / Long Term Care on a contract assignment. The COTA works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to provide rehabilitative services for patients with physical, emotional, or developmental impairments.

Requirements include an Associates degree or equivalent, current state license or active licensure application, and current CPR

Qualifications

• Associates degree or certificate in occupational therapy assistant.
• Current state license or actively pursuing licensure as an OTA/COTA.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises per treatment plan.
• Assess learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers.
• Demonstrate clinical reasoning in treatment planning and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Skills

CPR Certification

COTA/OTA role awareness

Education

Associates degree or certificate

Job description

A great Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) / Long Term Care (LTC) is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA to join their growing team for a contract assignment!

The Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA will aid in the provision of rehabilitative services for people suffering from physical, emotional, mental or developmental impairments.

Requirements include:

• Must have earned either an Associates degree from an accredited school or a certificate from either a community, technical or vocational college.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant/ COTA or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA.
• Current CPR certification.

Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.

Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers with regards to age, level of understanding and emotional status.

Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient's progress.

Effectively collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients goals.

About Centra: Centra Healthcare Solutions is a nationwide employment firm focusing on finding you a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Job, COTA Job, COTA Travel Job, Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Job, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Job and Travel COTA Job. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each healthcare professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra:

• Highly competitive pay rates
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• CEU Reimbursement
• A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States
• High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan
• License and medical reimbursement
• Housing accommodations
• Assignment completion bonuses