COTA

Ernest Health•Corpus Christi, TX

10d

About The Position

Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a full-time COTA to provide rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments under the direction of an occupational therapist. The COTA monitors each patient’s program and records the patient’s progress for the occupational therapist, while integrating the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Requirements

Current COTA licensure as required by state guidelines.
Current Basic Life Support/CPR card.
Demonstrated critical-thinking skills, including using logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to problems.
Understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to move quickly between tasks and prioritize tasks.
Ability to use appropriate equipment necessary for the job.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct patient-care experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of an occupational therapist, provide rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments.
Monitor the patient’s program and record the patient’s progress for the occupational therapist.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.