Pro Re Nata (PRN) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Elkins, WV

ODYSSEY REHABILITATION•Elkins, WV

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) implements occupational therapy programs and provides treatments to customers to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist. The role is based at Valentine Assisted Living in Elkins, West Virginia, and is PRN. The COTA implements individualized treatment plans, provides occupational therapy treatments, evaluates activities of daily living under the Occupational Therapist’s direction, and instructs customers, families, and caregivers in treatment skills and techniques. The role also involves collaborating with the rehabilitation team, maintaining timely documentation, attending required meetings, and maintaining treatment equipment. The COTA is expected to provide caring, compassionate service that recognizes customers’ needs and rights.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
Eligible to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant under state guidelines.
Able and willing to practice occupational therapy under state guidelines.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Implement each customer’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Occupational Therapist.
Provide individualized occupational therapy treatments, including activities of daily living and range-of-motion exercises.
Perform activities of daily living evaluations under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
Organize and facilitate treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist.
Instruct customers, families, and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the Occupational Therapist’s supervision.
Work with other rehabilitation team members to develop programs and activities consistent with each customer’s needs and capabilities.
Maintain appropriate and timely customer and non-customer documentation for all customers treated.
Attend and contribute to customer care, staffing, and other required meetings as an occupational therapy representative under the Occupational Therapist’s direction.
Clean and maintain equipment, and identify and report equipment needing repair.
Ensure customers and families receive high-quality service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes individuals’ needs and rights.