Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Western Hills Health Care Center•Lakewood, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA). The COTA 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. Western Hills Health Care Center is part of Life Care Centers of America, the largest privately-owned nursing home company in the United States. Located just a few miles outside of Denver in Lakewood, Colorado, our location makes our nursing home a perfect choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery.

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT).
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.
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.