Occupational Therapist Assistant, Certified COTA

Lifepoint Health•Saint Joseph, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Occupational Assistant (COTA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Mosaic Life Care provides Inpatient Rehabilitation/Post-Acute Care in St. Joseph, MO. Therapy plays a very important role in recovery from a life-altering injury or illness. We offer a hospital-based physical rehabilitation program for the treatment of those who have experienced a debilitating injury or illness. Our Unit is a very fast-paced yet fun environment with endless opportunities to learn and grow!

Requirements

Candidates must have certification from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
Graduate of an accredited American Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an associate’s degree
Current and valid state AOTA license or certificate of practice or equivalent in the states where services are rendered
CPR certification (when required)

Nice To Haves

Inpatient experience preferred

Responsibilities

Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
Assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
Other duties as assigned