COTA-Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant -Full Time

GO PHYSICAL THERAPY LLC•Grand Island, NE

16h•Onsite

About The Position

GO Physical Therapy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for our Children's Rehab Center in Grand Island, NE. We’re looking for a team member with flexible availability and are offering full-time status to help meet the needs of our patients. You’ll join a friendly, collaborative team of Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapists, benefit from mentorship, and engage in fulfilling work. Apply today for immediate consideration! GO Physical Therapy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Requirements

Must be licensed as a Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state of Nebraska.
Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of the job.

Responsibilities

Assure the quality of patient care and treatment programs by providing hands on assessment, treatment, and direction to subordinate staff on matters of treatment.
Implement patient plan of care and goals using appropriate COTA skills.
Actively listen to patient and family concerns when modifying treatment plans.
Be able to provide patient care during scheduled hours as assigned by a supervisor.
Educate and motivate patients and families to learn and improve functional activities.
Assure the quality of overall perceived patient care.
Document progress, home programs, and other required documentation in a timely manner.
Clean and prepare equipment for therapy session.
Assist patients keep track of counting exercises.
Straighten and clean rooms.
Perform administrative duties.
Measure and track range of motion.
Record data progress during therapy session.
Confer with other staff members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment plans.
Maintain patient and family confidentiality at all times.
Participate in continuing education activities and obtain required contact hours.
All job duties considered essential to job performance.
Additional job duties as assigned.
Adherence to GO PT Policies
Demonstrate positive rapport with staff members, developing positive employee relations.
Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Take direction and initiate actions that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Follow GO PT policies and procedures, including safety processes.