Full Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

CommuniCare Health Services•BridgePort Healthcare Center of Ohio, OH

About The Position

CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Bridgeport Healthcare Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. The COTA provides direct treatment and implements treatment plans in collaboration with an Occupational Therapist, helping clients compensate for limitations and improve their quality of life and independence. The role includes documenting care, maintaining confidentiality and accurate billing records, participating in interdisciplinary and family meetings, supporting staff and family education, and maintaining supplies. The position receives necessary supervision from an Occupational Therapist.

Requirements

Education as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) obtained through an accredited two-year associate degree program.
Agree to abide by NBCOT Practice Standards and Code of Conduct.
Pass the NBCOT certification examination.
Pass the national licensure examination.
Hold a current state license or certification.
Competency in therapy treatment principles, techniques, materials, and equipment utilization.
Knowledge of state and federal accreditation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to travel as necessary.

Responsibilities

Verify client information by interviewing clients, reviewing or recording medical histories, and confirming treatment purposes.
Help clients compensate for limitations and improve quality of life, motor skills, independence, and ability to participate in daily activities.
Implement treatment plans through direct treatment and collaboration with the Occupational Therapist.
Educate treatment staff and other team members involved in the treatment plan.
Receive necessary supervision from the Occupational Therapist.
Participate in continuing education programs and other approved learning experiences to maintain professional growth and development.
Maintain confidentiality of medical records and facility- and rehabilitation-related information.
Maintain accurate billing information daily in accordance with facility procedures.
Attend or lead interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and make recommendations to the rehabilitation team.
Attend and participate in family meetings when appropriate.
Comply with rehabilitation department and facility documentation requirements.
Assist with staff and family training and education through formal and informal in-services and consultations when appropriate.
Maintain supplies by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt.
Review and follow facility and CommuniCare Rehab, Inc. policies and procedures.
Travel as necessary.