Certified Occupational Therapy Aide / COTA - Per Diem

Ernest Health•South Ogden, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Northern Utah Rehabilitation Hospital in South Ogden, Utah is seeking a COTA to join its team of patient caregivers. The hospital provides specialized inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex medical conditions. Its services include physical therapy, neurological rehabilitation, and orthopedic rehabilitation, delivered in a supportive environment with modern rehabilitation technology and private rooms. Under the direction of an occupational therapist, the COTA provides rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments, monitors patient programs, and records patient progress for the occupational therapist. The position integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Requirements

Current COTA licensure as required by state guidelines.
Current Basic Life Support/CPR card.
Demonstrated critical-thinking skills, including using logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection-control standards.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to move quickly from one task to another and prioritize tasks.
Ability to use appropriate equipment necessary for the job.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct patient-care experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of an occupational therapist, provide rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments.
Monitor the patient's program.
Record the patient's progress for the occupational therapist.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Benefits

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options
Dental and vision coverage
401(k) with employer matching
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives
Earned Time Off, with vacation time accruing from the start date
Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement