Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Scottsdale•Scottsdale, AZ

12d

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT). The role operates in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and Life Care standards. The COTA follows occupational treatment plans, documents care, uses therapy software, supports patient safety, and works with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team.

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.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledgeable about practices and procedures and the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Implement and interpret departmental 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.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Use good body mechanics and apply concentration, reasoning, and sound judgment.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.