Full-Time and/or Part-Time COTA

About the Role

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) supports the Occupational Therapist in implementing resident-specific treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct treatment to patients in accordance with the established plan of care developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Maintains effective time management and required productivity level according to daily schedule.
• Implements intervention plans, including ADL training, based on the guidance of the Occupational Therapist.
• Assists with gathering objective data for Section GG collection during Annual, Quarterly, Falls, and Significant Change assessments.
• Executes assigned screens for residents.
• Actively participates in program development and clinical programming.
• Identifies best practices for Occupational Therapy practice and shares with the Rehab Team.
• Observes residents' performance and reports any changes or concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of resident progress and interventions provided.
• Demonstrates comfort and knowledge with Point of Service (POS) care delivery and documentation.
• Maintains detailed and up-to-date documentation of resident evaluations, treatment plans, daily and progress notes, and HMO/Managed care progress updates in EMRs (Net Health/PCC).
• Educates residents, family members, and care staff on safe techniques and exercises for continued progress.
• Collaborates with nursing and other rehab staff, including Physical Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists, to provide comprehensive care.
• Attends and contributes to patient care plan meetings.

Qualifications

• Must be COTA certified.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Flexible hour options
• Advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Daily pay option available