COTA

About the role

Homestead Post Acute is hiring for a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work during weekdays as needed. The facility provides nursing and therapy services, using task‑directed activities to help residents impaired by illness, injury, or aging regain daily living skills. Specialties include geriatrics and physical & rehabilitation medicine. Position is in‑person.

Job type: Full‑time (PRN).

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
• Participate in in‑services training program for other staff.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third‑party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Report any problems with department equipment to maintain good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Requirements

• Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant (State Board).
• Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Occupational Therapy Assistant License (COTA) preferred.

Benefits

• Major medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) and retirement planning
• Holiday pay
• Vacation pay
• Sick pay
• Positive team culture, personal appreciation and skills training
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Pay

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour