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

Centra Healthcare Solutions, Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

CEU reimbursement

Housing accommodations

Assignment completion bonuses

Health insurance

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions, Inc. has an opening for an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Billings, MT for a contract assignment in a SNF/LTC setting.

The role accepts experienced or new graduates and involves direct patient care under supervision, with daily duties aligned to treatment plans. You will assist with rehabilitative activities, assess learning needs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to monitor progress and achieve patient goals, while ensuring compliance and

Qualifications

• Must have earned either an Associates degree or a certificate from a recognized program.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / COTA or be in the licensure process.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Rehabilitation planning

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Care techniques

Education

Associates degree

Certificate from community/technical/vocational college

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary

A great SNF / 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! This is a contract position. Days schedule. This role assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission and critical goals of the organization into their job performance.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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`s mission is to provide unparalleled service enabling professionals to concentrate on caring for America. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra

• Highly competitive pay rates401(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