Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater•West Bridgewater, MA

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) 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 role is at Life Care Center of West Bridgewater, which is noted as a 2021–2022 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Home for short- and long-term care and has a CMS 5-Star Rating. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is mentioned.

Requirements

NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal is optional thereafter.
Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and able to maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

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 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.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in required 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 required Code of Conduct and compliance training.
Use good body mechanics at all times.