Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Clinical Lead

Independence Rehab•Westminster, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Independence Rehab is actively looking to hire a part-time Occupational Therapy Assistant for the Clinical Lead position at Park Forest Care Center, a lovely nursing home in Westminster, CO. This is an hourly position that could grow into full-time as the program grows. At Independence Rehab, our goal is to provide each patient with top-quality care. We strive to maximize each patient's functional independence to safely discharge her/him to the next level of care. We are a people-first organization. Really! Our guiding motto is leading with integrity, empowering people, delivering outcomes.

Requirements

Current Colorado OTA license in good standing
Associate degree from an accredited college or university
Organized, self-starter with a love for the geriatric population

Nice To Haves

Prior SNF experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

The Clinical Lead oversees the entire therapy department including part-time, full-time, and PRN staff members
Attend regular facility multi-disciplinary management meetings
Manage relationships with facility leadership/administration
Interview/hire therapy staff in cooperation with Recruiting
Create work schedules for the therapy team
Effectively manage department revenues/expenses to ensure sustainable profitability
Be the "face of the company" with patient family members and friends
Carry a regular patient caseload. Minimum 50% productivity (expectations vary depending upon the size of the facility)
Understand and ensure the therapy team maintains strict compliance with government regulations and guidelines
Train the therapy team on policies, procedures, and documentation requirements