COTA

General Purpose

The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.

Essential Duties

• 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.
• Absorb training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• 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 from therapy services.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Absorb cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant Board of the State.
• Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs like Casamba and Point Click Care.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state.
• Maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.

Pay

• $22-30/hr

Schedule

• Not specified

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefit plan options
• PTO and 401K Match
• Employee appreciation events throughout the year
• PRN opportunities within our network