Occupational Therapy Assistant - Durham

PruittHealth; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Durham, NC on a PRN schedule to support rehabilitation services for residents. You will implement treatment plans under the supervision of an occupational therapist and physician, document progress, and ensure adherence to state practice acts.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, accurate charting, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of ACOTE accredited school and NBCOT eligible or certified.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of the occupational therapy care plan and treatment to patients as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician according to the State Practice Acts
• Perform clinical tasks, and communicate and document tasks in a timely and accurate manner
• Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care
• Complete all required orientation, in-services, and trainings successfully
• Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor

Skills

COTA license

Clinical skills

Documentation

Education

ACOTE accredited program

NBCOT exam eligibility/certified

State licensure

Job description

Job Description - Occupational Therapy Assistant - Durham (2612663)

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Durham - 2612663

Description

CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (COTA)

Schedule: PRN

THERAPY SERVICES

Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safety of all our therapists. Now is a great time to make a change and join one of the leading providers of post-acute care.

PruittHealth will help you conquer your career goals. At PruittHealth, we are searching for therapists who are committed to serving our residents with care and compassion, and in return, we are committed to supporting your therapy career through annual merit increases, career growth programs, preceptorship, and more.

Investing in Our Employee-Partners with Benefits

• Annual merit increases
• Relocation opportunities
• Access to PruittHealth Foundation & PruittHealth University resources

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of the occupational therapy care plan and treatment to patients as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician according to the State Practice Acts
• Perform clinical tasks, and communicate and document tasks in a timely and accurate manner
• Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care
• Complete all required orientation, in-services, and trainings successfully
• Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor

Qualifications

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid professional license in the state of practice
• Graduate of ACOTE accredited school and eligible to take or has passed the NBCOT exam. If foreign-trained, must meet the same qualifications as U.S. educational program requirements

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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