Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Prime Healthcare•Riverdale, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), sometimes referred to as a n Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or Occupational Therapist Assistant. Our Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will work under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant helps patients improve their ability to complete everyday activities, regain independence, and safely progress through recovery after illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization.

Requirements

Association Degree (COTA) from an accredited program.
Current state Occupational Therapy certification.
Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Nice To Haves

National Board for Certification Occupational Therapy certification
AOTA and OTAC membership preferred.

Responsibilities

Within scope of practice and under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist, provides prescribed therapeutic services in order to restore and prevent disability for clients, or patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and cardiopulmonary disorders.
Performs responsibilities in accordance with departmental and Hospital policies, state and federal regulatory requirements: Title 22 Section 70517, 70519.
Provide occupational therapy treatments according to established plans of care
Assist patients with mobility, coordination, strength, and daily living activities
Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the Occupational Therapist and care team
Educate and support patients and families throughout the rehabilitation process
Provides prescribed therapy services to help restore function and prevent disability while following hospital policies and regulatory requirements