Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Wichita•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral and under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT). Care must follow applicable laws and regulations and Life Care standards. The COTA follows occupational treatment plans, documents care, uses therapy software, and works with patients and an interdisciplinary team. One year of experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.

Requirements

NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal is optional thereafter.
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.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices and procedures and of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care 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.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in 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 compliance training.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Use good body mechanics and sound reasoning and judgment.