Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to administer occupational therapy to patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and the Clinical Manager.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, collaboration with the rehab team, and commitment to safety and professional standards; Florida certification and active licensure are required; two years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate OTA from ACOTE-accredited program.
• NBCOT certification.
• Currently certified in the state(s) where practicing.
• Licensed or regulated as OTA where applicable.
• Two years’ experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the direction of an occupational therapist.
• Completes documentation according to established procedures.
• Contributes to professional development of self and others.
• Enhances interdisciplinary team through professional skills and knowledge.
• Maintains safety and quality of care.
• Builds reputation as a rehab provider.

Education

OTA certification (ACOTE-accredited program)

NBCOT certification

Current state licensure

Two years experience preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist and Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provides patient care under the direction of an occupational therapist.
• Completes documentation according to established procedures.
• Is involved in support duties as assigned.
• Contributes to professional development of self and others.
• Enhances interdisciplinary team through professional skills and knowledge.
• Aids in building and maintaining reputation as an unparalleled provider of rehab by contribution as a professional member of staff.
• Demonstrates safe working practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A person who is a graduate and meets the requirements for certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

2. Certification is maintained by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.

3. Currently certified in the state(s) in which practicing.

4. Is licensed or otherwise regulated, if applicable, as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the State in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply.

5. Two (2) years’ experience, preferred

Background Screening Requirment:

This position is subjet to Florida background screening requirments.

For information please visit : https://info.flclearinghouse.com

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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