Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
About The Position
Immanuel Pathways PACE® is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join their team at Pathways Omaha. In this role, you will work closely with participants and the interdisciplinary care team to help older adults maintain their independence, improve their quality of life, and remain safely in their homes and communities. The primary responsibilities of this job provides occupational therapy services to participants of Immanuel Pathways under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. Communicates participant progress to the Occupational Therapist and documents response to interventions.
Requirements
- Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program accredited by ACOTE or a predecessor organization.
- Successful completion of supervised fieldwork experience required by the accredited educational institution.
- Successful completion of a nationally recognized examination for occupational therapy assistants.
- One (1) year of experience working with the frail or elderly population required, or completion of job specific training related to working with the elderly population must be completed within the first six months of hire.
- Six (6) months’ work or internship experience in acute, rehabilitation or home Occupational Therapy.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Responsibilities
- Provides occupational therapy services to participants of Immanuel Pathways under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
- Communicates participant progress to the Occupational Therapist.
- Documents response to interventions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off - accruing from day one of employment
- Floating Holidays
- Paid Holidays
- 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off per year
- 401K with employer match
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Advancement opportunities (as appropriate)
- Education Assistance Program – we invest up to $5,250 per year for education assistance paid up front
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
