Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Brookfield•Brookfield, MO

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral. The COTA works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and Life Care standards. The role involves following occupational treatment plans, documenting care, using therapy software, and collaborating with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal is optional going forward.
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.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Demonstrate good body mechanics, reasoning skills, and judgment.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
One year of experience preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience.

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.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Implement and interpret department 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 and follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.