Job Overview
Position Type: Full-time, PRN
Salary Range: $35 - $43, $40 - $45 depending on experience
New Graduates: We welcome applications from recent graduates!
Benefits for Full-Time Employees
- Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
- Flexible work schedules
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Career advancement opportunities and pathways to leadership roles
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Paid vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that starts accruing immediately
- Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
- Medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts
Work Environment and Patient Demographics
Our facilities function as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that offer:
- Long-term care: For residents needing ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance.
- Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation: For patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury.
- Collaborative care: An interdisciplinary team approach involving nursing, therapy, and medical staff working in unison.
- Diverse patient population: Including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs.
As a therapy professional, you will play a vital role in helping patients achieve functional improvements and enhance their quality of life in a supportive, patient-focused setting.
Position Summary
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) delivers direct rehabilitation services in occupational therapy to patients referred by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), in compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements
- Must be NBCOT certified upon hiring; renewal is optional thereafter.
- Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT).
- Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state, with an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- Preferred one (1) year of experience; however, new graduates are encouraged to apply.
- CPR certification required upon hiring or to be obtained during orientation, and must remain current throughout employment.
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Engage in community health initiatives and projects as appropriate.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication.
- Coordinate with patients, families, and support departments to effectively address patient needs.
- Exhibit proper body mechanics at all times.
- Make independent decisions when necessary.
- Familiar with practices, procedures, and regulations governing operations in post-acute care facilities.
- Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Demonstrate proficiency in all competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
- Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, vendors, and others.
- Ensure confidentiality of all proprietary and sensitive information.
- Adhere to company policies, including those related to harassment and compliance.
- Exhibit integrity and professionalism by following the organization's Code of Conduct and completing required compliance training.
Essential Functions
- Follow occupational treatment plans for patients as directed by the supervising OT.
- Document patient progress accurately and in a timely manner.
- Utilize therapy software effectively and correctly.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients.
- Assist in the safe evacuation of patients when necessary.
- Demonstrate reliable and consistent attendance.
- Employ reasoning skills and sound judgment in various situations.
- Communicate effectively and collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.
- Engage in physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving intermittently throughout the workday.
- Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.