Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) PRN

Lifepoint Health•Howard, WI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist and, as directed by a licensed physician, is responsible for the care of assigned patients. The COTA provides occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures under a treatment plan established by an Occupational Therapist to restore function and prevent disability following illness or injury. Responsibilities are carried out in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and the State Practice Act, while maintaining high-quality patient care. Under the supervising OTR/L’s guidance, the COTA gathers relevant information and implements treatment programs using varied techniques and activities, adjusts treatment in response to changing patient needs, and identifies equipment and discharge needs. The role includes treating patients with diverse diagnoses, documenting care, monitoring progress toward goals, communicating with support personnel, and educating caregivers or family members about home exercise programs and equipment when needed. The position is PRN at a newly opened 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility.

Requirements

Current state licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Current BLS/CPR card.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the care of patients is preferred.

Responsibilities

Gather pertinent information and implement comprehensive treatment programs using varied techniques and treatment activities under the supervising OTR/L’s guidance.
Review and modify treatment in response to changing patient needs, and identify equipment and discharge needs.
Observe patients for indications and contraindications and take necessary precautions based on their injuries or diagnoses.
Provide treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and complete supporting documentation according to hospital policy and the State Practice Act.
Observe treatment effects and progress toward short- and long-term goals, and recommend changes to the supervising OTR/L when needed.
Communicate and collaborate with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising OTR/L.
Conduct group or class situations, such as stroke, spinal cord injury, and brain injury groups, as appropriate.
When necessary, instruct caregivers or family members in home exercise programs related to the patient’s functional and self-care status, and discuss equipment needed at home.