Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Life Care Center of South Hill

Puyallup, WA 98374

Posted 7 days ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Full Time

  • Job Description

    Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

    Job Type: Full-time, PRN

    Wage Range: $33- $40, $40 - $45/hr DOE

    Schedules Available:Tuesday - Saturday, Sunday - Thursday

    Benefits(full-time):

    • Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement
    • Flexible scheduling
    • Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
    • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
    • Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
    • Life insurance, short/longterm disability
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts

    Setting & Population Served

    Life Care Centers of America facilitiesoperateas?Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)?that provide:

    • Long term care?for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate dailyassistance
    • Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation?for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
    • Collaborative care?through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
    • A diverse patient population?including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

    Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

    Position Summary

    The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

    Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

    • NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
    • Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
    • Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
    • One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
    • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

    Specific Job Requirements

    • Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
    • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
    • Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
    • Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
    • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
    • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
    • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
    • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
    • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
    • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
    • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
    • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life CaresCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

    Essential Functions

    • Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
    • Chart appropriately and timely
    • Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
    • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
    • Assist in the evacuation of patients
    • Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
    • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
    • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
    • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
    • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

    An Equal Opportunity Employer

  • Job Benefit(s)

    Life Insurance Health Savings Account Continuing education Retirement Plan

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