Occupational Therapy Assistant
About The Position
Westminster Communities of Florida is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Westminster Suncoast, a Life Plan Community near downtown St. Petersburg. This role reports to the Director of Therapy and supports residents’ therapy needs by carrying out care plans and goals established by the Occupational Therapist (OT), monitoring resident progress, assisting with evaluations, and completing related documentation and screenings. Westminster Communities of Florida is a not-for-profit senior-living organization founded in 1954. Its communities provide independent living, assisted living, nursing care, home care, pharmacy services, therapy services, and affordable senior housing. Westminster Suncoast is Joint Commission accredited and has received recognition for rehabilitation, long-term care, and resident engagement. The organization describes its workplace as supportive and mission-driven, emphasizing teamwork, communication, accountability, quality, professional growth, and career development. Competitive pay and benefits are offered; the posting specifically mentions paid time off and other benefits for part-time positions.
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 established resident care plans and goals as designated by the OT.
- Assist the OT during resident evaluations.
- Maintain system documentation of residents’ activities, record progress, and document billing activities.
- Perform resident home assessments as part of the discharge process, as directed by the OT.
- Perform 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.
- Paid time off and other benefits are mentioned for part-time positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
