Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
San Luis Care Center•Alamosa, CO
•Onsite
About The Position
San Luis Care Center, a Life Care Center of America facility, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT). The facility is located in Alamosa, Colorado, surrounded by the Colorado Mountains and near The Great Sand Dunes National Park. They offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth within a network of over 200 skilled nursing facilities.
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.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
- 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.
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.
Benefits
- Reimbursed CEU opportunities of choice
- In-house rehab programs with empowering work environment
- Continuing education and growth opportunities
- $2500 sign-on for Full Time position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
