Job Type: Full-time, PRN
Salary Range: $30 - $42, $40 - $45 based on experience
Work Schedules: Tuesday - Saturday, Sunday - Thursday
New Graduates Encouraged to Apply
Benefits (for Full-time Employees):
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Flexible work schedules
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement into leadership positions
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer 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 & Population Served:
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 through a team approach involving nursing, therapy, and medical staff
- A diverse patient demographic including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
The patient mix may vary slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will assist patients in achieving functional improvements and enhancing their quality of life in a supportive, patient-focused setting.
Position Overview
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; new graduates are welcome to apply
- CPR certification required upon hiring or to be obtained during orientation; must remain current throughout employment
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Engage in community health initiatives/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 mandatory compliance training
Essential Duties
- Implement occupational treatment plans for patients under the guidance of the supervising OT
- Document patient progress accurately and in a timely manner
- Utilize therapy software effectively and accurately
- 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 all situations
- Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
- Engage in physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving intermittently during work hours
- Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer