Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

Buckner International•San Angelo, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our community committed to delivering outstanding care our residents. As a COTA, you will play an important role in helping residents attain their therapy goals that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and rehabilitation standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others! What you'll do: Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, initiate individual occupational therapy treatment plan for residents in a variety of settings. Deliver occupational therapy treatments and modalities per physician's orders. Plan occupational therapy services within each patient's capabilities as indicated. Review daily schedule of patient treatment with assignment of new residents and/or treatment. Supervise care given by Therapy Tech/Aide. Collaborate with physician and nursing staff for plan of care as indicated. Observe and evaluate treatment effects and make recommendations for changes as needed. Timely and accurately record treatment effects in accordance with established procedures. Maintain records pertinent to patient treatments; submit documentation timely. Timely and accurately complete discharge summaries. Direct and/or conduct training for residents, staff, and students as directed. Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of care plans and resident assessments. About Buckner Retirement Services: Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.

Requirements

Requires current certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Texas.
Minimum of one year related experience preferred.
Prior related experience or training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy and experience with aging population preferred.
Requires proficient working knowledge of the principles and practices of occupational therapy.
Requires proficient working knowledge of documentation of patient treatments as required by federal and state regulations.
Requires ability to apply treatment modalities to residents under direction of occupational therapist and physician's orders.
Requires ability to lift, position and transfer residents and equipment in accordance with established safety policies and procedures.
Position requires bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing, kneeling, walking, and sanding over 75% of shift.
Requires commitment to Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally.
Requires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 pounds continuously to move objects.
Requires sufficient good health to properly discharge duties. Employees shall not be permitted to work who have infectious disease or skin lesion for the duration of the communicability.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year related experience preferred.
Prior related experience or training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy and experience with aging population preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, initiate individual occupational therapy treatment plan for residents in a variety of settings.
Deliver occupational therapy treatments and modalities per physician's orders.
Plan occupational therapy services within each patient's capabilities as indicated.
Review daily schedule of patient treatment with assignment of new residents and/or treatment.
Supervise care given by Therapy Tech/Aide.
Collaborate with physician and nursing staff for plan of care as indicated.
Observe and evaluate treatment effects and make recommendations for changes as needed.
Timely and accurately record treatment effects in accordance with established procedures.
Maintain records pertinent to patient treatments; submit documentation timely.
Timely and accurately complete discharge summaries.
Direct and/or conduct training for residents, staff, and students as directed.
Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of care plans and resident assessments.