Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Stoneham•Stoneham, MA

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). The role follows applicable laws and regulations and Life Care standards. The COTA follows occupational treatment plans, documents care, uses therapy software, and works with patients and interdisciplinary colleagues to support patient needs. One year of experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.

Requirements

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.
NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal is optional thereafter.
Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and keep it current throughout employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is 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.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Communicate and function productively on 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 department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, and comply with laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
Perform competency duties 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 adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Use reasoning skills and good judgment.