COTA, PRN

PACS•Greer, SC

76d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Brushy Creek Post Acute is a gorgeous 144-bed skilled nursing facility conveniently located next to the hospital in Greer, South Carolina. Our unique campus features 12 cottage-style homes, each housing 12 residents and complete with its own kitchen, creating a warm and inviting environment. With beautiful gardens, outdoor patios, and a supportive team culture, Brushy Creek offers a workplace where employees and residents feel right at home. We're committed to providing exceptional care while creating opportunities for our team members to grow and succeed. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. Working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will assist residents in improving function, increasing independence, and enhancing quality of life through individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license/certification in South Carolina
Must maintain all required continuing education requirements
Must remain in good standing with the applicable State Board
Ability to quickly learn facility software and documentation systems
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred
Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) and Casamba preferred

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
Assist residents in improving performance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Implement treatment plans and therapeutic interventions designed to improve functional independence
Monitor resident progress and communicate updates to the Occupational Therapist
Document treatments, resident responses, and progress accurately and timely
Assist with discharge planning and caregiver education
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment
Collaborate with nursing staff, therapy team members, physicians, residents, and families
Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions as appropriate
Follow all facility policies, state regulations, and professional practice standards