Skilled Nursing PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Spokane of Cascadia LLC; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spokane of Cascadia LLC is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to contribute to rehabilitative care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role supports treatment plans for residents in a long-term care setting, focusing on functional activities and adaptive equipment instruction.

The ideal candidate holds a valid COTA license, CPR certification, and at least six months of long-term care experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Current COTA license required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the resident’s/patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician.
• Assists patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of resident’s/patient's progress.
• Assists in the instruction of residents/patients and families in home programs, basic living skills and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Education

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Description

A Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) assists in the treatment of injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities, under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT). The Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA will aid in the provision of rehabilitative services for people suffering from physical, emotional, mental or developmental impairments.

Essential Functions

• Administers a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the resident’s/patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician.
• Assists patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of resident’s/patient's progress.
• Assists in the instruction of residents/patients and families in home programs, basic living skills and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Requirements

Education

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.

Licenses/Certification

Current COTA license required.

Current CPR certification required.

Experience

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.