Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Heritage•Mansura, LA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage has a great Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity near Mansura, LA. This is a split position between Pineville, LA and Mansura, LA, requiring 30-40 hours per week. The schedule involves working two days per week at one facility and three days a week at the other. The setting in Mansura is a beautiful Skilled Nursing Facility with a unique culture change layout, and the setting in Pineville is a highly-rated 154-bed Skilled Nursing Facility. HealthPro Heritage offers a purpose-driven work environment with continuous learning and development opportunities, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to excellence. They provide clinical services across various settings including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.