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 their physical abilities and independence. The assistant works with patients as individuals, adapts to their needs and varied care settings, collaborates with peers, and makes referrals when needed to support patients’ care. The role emphasizes compassionate service to patients and their families. The position reports to the Director of Rehab. Powerback describes its work as delivering integrated, individualized recovery, rehabilitation, respiratory, and wellness services, with a focus on helping patients regain independence and improve how they feel, move, breathe, and live.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA and ACOTE standards.
- Obtain initial certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- Be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
Responsibilities
- Implement occupational therapy programs and activities.
- Follow developed patient recovery plans.
- Deliver therapy treatments.
- Work with patients to restore, reinforce, and enhance physical abilities and independence.
- Adapt to individual patient needs and varied care settings.
- Collaborate with peers and make referrals to help patients receive needed care.
- Provide patients and their families with 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, beginning on day one.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and relocation assistance through the Journey Travel Program.
- Exclusive discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
