PRN COTA — Geriatric Rehab with 401(k) Benefits

Richwood Nursing & Rehab; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job summary

Richwood Nursing & Rehab is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to assist the Staff OT in evaluating Residents and communicating progress to families and the health team. The role involves documentation, ensuring quality care, and maintaining safety during therapy sessions.

Responsibilities include treating residents under the OT, complying with regulatory requirements, training Restorative Aides, and coordinating with physicians and nursing staff to support discharge planning

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into Net Health and Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control and safety protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Assist nursing with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate with supervising OT to update physicians and families.
• Provide in-services on training programs for staff as needed.
• Educate residents and families on treatment goals and home programs.
• Assist in recommending durable medical equipment to support ADLs.

Skills

Resident assessment

Documentation

Communication

Infection control

Education

Associate Degree (COTA)

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

Richwood Nursing & Rehab is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to assist the Staff OT in evaluating Residents and communicating progress to families and the health team. The role involves documentation, ensuring quality care, and maintaining safety during therapy sessions.

Responsibilities include treating residents under the OT, complying with regulatory requirements, training Restorative Aides, and coordinating with physicians and nursing staff to support discharge planning