PRN OT Assistant: Neuro Rehab Impact & Growth

Sevita; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Sevita's NeuroRestorative program in Grand Rapids seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for PRN support. You will administer occupational therapy treatments under a licensed OT, document sessions, and participate in interdisciplinary planning to meet program goals.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma, are graduates of an accredited COTA program, and are licensed as COTA/L in Michigan. Some neuro-rehabilitation experience is preferred; heavy work may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and graduate of an accredited COTA program.
• Two years experience in neuro-rehabilitation preferred.
• Licensed as COTA/L in State.
• Heavy work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Assure all program participants receive scheduled occupational therapy treatments and documents therapy sessions.
• Perform active, passive and/or resistive therapeutic exercises.
• Demonstrate knowledge of indications and contra-indications of heating modalities and techniques.
• Fabricate appropriate splints under instruction of occupational therapist and instruct splint wear and care.
• Train program participants in homebound and community level endurance training.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
• Confer with staff and other health care members to modify and coordinate treatment programs.
• Take inventory of OT equipment and request supplies as needed.
• Maintain or check daily billing logs for program participants.
• Follow daily scheduling patterns and adjust schedules for flexibility.

Skills

Neuro-rehabilitation experience

COTA/L license

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of accredited COTA program

Job description

Sevita's NeuroRestorative program in Grand Rapids seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for PRN support. You will administer occupational therapy treatments under a licensed OT, document sessions, and participate in interdisciplinary planning to meet program goals.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma, are graduates of an accredited COTA program, and are licensed as COTA/L in Michigan. Some neuro-rehabilitation experience is preferred; heavy work may be required.