Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center•Paducah, KY

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. The role follows applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. New graduates are welcome to apply; one year of experience is preferred. The COTA follows occupational treatment plans, documents care appropriately and promptly, and uses therapy software accurately. The position also requires effective communication with patients, families, support departments, and an interdisciplinary team, along with professional conduct, confidentiality, dependable attendance, and adherence to company policies and compliance requirements.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program (ASOT).
NBCOT certified upon hire; certification renewal is optional thereafter.
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.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
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.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist and upon physician referral.
Follow occupational treatment plans under the direction of the supervising OT.
Document care appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Coordinate with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, facility guidelines, department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in patient rights, safety, sanitation, and other competency areas.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates and vendors.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information and follow company policies and compliance procedures.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.