Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
About The Position
Join our large and supportive Rehab Team with a large dedicated subacute Rehab floor, 2 long term care floors, a community in house outpatient program, and in-house therapy services at our neighboring sister Assisted Living Facility center. This is a wonderful opportunity for new graduates as the team boasts a wealth of experience, mentoring students and each other, as well as having a varied patient population. Life Care of Longmont has excellent longevity in the leadership team making it a great place to grow your career! Apply today and let's plan a tour! We also offer: 12-week mentorship programs available--new grads welcome!! Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states In-house therapy programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams Continuing education and growth opportunities 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.
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.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
Responsibilities
- 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
- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
- 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
- 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 Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Benefits
- 12-week mentorship programs available--new grads welcome!!
- Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
- In-house therapy programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams
- Continuing education and growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Social Assistance
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
