Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of McMinnville•McMinnville, OR

4d•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 position is based at Life Care Center of McMinnville, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in McMinnville, Oregon. The facility provides long-term skilled care and short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for people recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. COTAs work as part of an interdisciplinary team to help patients make functional progress and improve their quality of life. The patient population may include people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and other post-acute needs. The role is offered as full-time or PRN. New graduates are welcome to apply; one year of experience is preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy 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.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to use reasoning skills and good judgment and to concentrate during work.
Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.
NBCOT certification is required upon hire; renewal is optional going forward.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Follow occupational treatment plans for patients.
Chart appropriately and on time, and use therapy software accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist with patient evacuation.
Communicate and function productively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Follow applicable post-acute care practices, procedures, laws, regulations, guidelines, and department policies.
Maintain patient rights, safety, sanitation, confidentiality, professional relationships, and compliance with company policies and the Code of Conduct.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.