Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
About The Position
Powerback is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient-centered rehabilitation services in an in-facility setting. The role implements occupational therapy programs and activities, follows established recovery plans, and delivers therapy treatments to help patients restore, reinforce, and enhance physical abilities and independence. The assistant addresses each patient as an individual, adapts to patient needs, collaborates with peers, and makes referrals when appropriate. The position emphasizes providing patients and their families with high-quality service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere. The role reports to the Director of Rehab. Powerback describes itself as a provider of physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies across skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. It offers clinical mentorship for new graduates, continuing education, professional development, and a streamlined hiring process.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA and ACOTE standards.
- Initial certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
Responsibilities
- Implement occupational therapy programs and activities.
- Follow developed recovery plans.
- Deliver therapy treatments.
- Help restore, reinforce, and enhance patients' physical abilities and independence.
- Adapt services to patients' needs and treat each patient as an individual.
- Collaborate with peers and make referrals to help patients receive appropriate care.
- Ensure patients and their families receive high-quality service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
- Dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
- Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
- Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
- Journey Travel Program with the security of a full-time role.
- Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
