Occupational Therapy Asst OP
About The Position
Westminster Communities of Florida is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for its Life Plan Community, Westminster Suncoast, near downtown St. Petersburg. The position reports to the Director of Out-Patient Therapy and splits its hours between Westminster Suncoast and Westminster Palms. The assistant carries out resident care plans and goals established by the Occupational Therapist (OT), monitors residents’ progress, and communicates with the OT. The role also includes assisting with evaluations, maintaining documentation and billing records, conducting home assessments as directed during discharge, and screening residents as directed during admission and at quarterly and annual intervals. The position requires an associate degree from an AOTA-accredited program and a license, or eligibility for licensure, in states that regulate Occupational Therapy Assistants. Candidates should demonstrate effective verbal and written communication, time management, and the ability to work effectively in multifaceted systems and interact with staff and residents at all levels. Westminster describes its workplace as supportive and mission-driven, with an emphasis on teamwork, communication, accountability, quality, professional growth, and career development. It is an equal opportunity employer and conducts drug testing and criminal background screening for new hires.
Requirements
- Associate degree from an AOTA-accredited program.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in states that regulate Occupational Therapy Assistants.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective time management skills.
- Ability to function effectively in multifaceted systems and interact effectively with all levels of staff and residents.
Responsibilities
- Monitor residents’ progress and communicate with the Occupational Therapist (OT).
- Carry out resident care plans and goals as established by the OT.
- Assist the OT during resident evaluations.
- Maintain documentation of resident activities, record progress, and document billing activities in the system.
- Perform resident home assessments as part of discharge, as directed by the OT.
- Conduct resident screenings during admission and quarterly and annual screenings to determine the need for therapy, as directed by the OT.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits are offered; specific benefits for this full-time position are not detailed.
- Support for professional growth and career development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
