Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Camellia Gardens of Life Care•Thomasville, GA

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). Care must comply with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The COTA follows occupational treatment plans, documents care in a timely and appropriate manner, and uses therapy software accurately. The role involves communicating with patients, families, support departments, and an interdisciplinary team; maintaining professional relationships and confidentiality; and following company policies, compliance procedures, and the Life Care Code of Conduct. The COTA must demonstrate sound judgment, dependable attendance, good body mechanics, and a positive, customer-focused approach. The position also involves helping evacuate patients and performing physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving during working hours.

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.
Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and keep it current throughout employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to perform the physical activities listed in the job description.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Liaise with patients, families, support departments, and others to plan for patient needs.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, department procedures, and company policies.
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.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and use sound reasoning and judgment.
Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Demonstrate good body mechanics and sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.