Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Ft. Worth•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The position supports Garden Terrace at Fort Worth and a nearby facility, Renaissance Park Multi Care Center; team members may be scheduled or asked to travel between the locations. Full-time compensation is $30 to $40, and PRN compensation is $32 to $42. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered for full-time employees.

Requirements

NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal is optional thereafter.
Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to travel between Garden Terrace at Fort Worth and Renaissance Park Multi Care Center as scheduled or requested.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist with the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Follow the practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Implement and interpret the department's programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.