Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Coos Bay•Coos Bay, OR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients referred by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role is based in skilled nursing facilities serving residents who need long-term skilled support and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation. Care is delivered in a patient-centered environment with an interdisciplinary team. Patient populations may include people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs. The COTA follows occupational treatment plans, documents care, uses therapy software, and supports patients' functional progress and quality of life. This is a PRN position with a listed wage range of $40–$45, depending on experience. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program (ASOT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal is optional thereafter.
Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and keep it current throughout employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
Ability to perform competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed OT.
Follow occupational treatment plans 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.
Communicate and function productively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, compliance procedures, and Life Care’s Code of Conduct; complete required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Use reasoning skills and sound judgment, including making independent decisions when circumstances warrant.