Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Healthpro Heritage, LLC•Turtle Creek, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage has a great Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant position available at our Long Term Care facility LGAR Health and Rehabilitation in Turtlecreek, PA. Are you a passionate COTA looking to make a real difference in the lives of seniors? At HealthPro Heritage, you will work at a leading Long Term Care facility, we don’t just offer a job — we offer purpose, connection, and community. HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Empower residents to regain independence and improve quality of life
Supervise an amazing team of Therapist to create a wonderfully collaberative work environment
Create personalized treatment plans and work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team
Support daily activities, adaptive techniques, and cognitive rehab
Bring compassion, creativity, and clinical expertise to every session
Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.