Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

We provide PT, OT, ST, and RTservices in an acute care settings and are looking for talented, dynamicclinicians with passion to join our team at Meraki Rehab Partners. Ourname stems from a concept of having “Meraki,†which means “to put somethingof yourself (love, creativity, soul) in your work.†If you are passionate and committedto providing excellence with collaborative spirit, we want to meet you! Wetake great pride in providing a workplace where people enjoy coming to work andenable them to reach their career goals. Our Mission, “We make a positivedifference in one’s physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being throughgenuine partnership led by our values.†Join ourteam that delivers care with Meraki! Occupational Therapy Assistant will assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care ,under the supervision of licensed therapists. OTA will document all services provided to ensure accurate and timely billing of therapy services. The OTA assures that patient care follows the OT Plan of Care, the organization’s guidelines, meets professional standards, community needs and is in compliance with Federal and State guidelines. Job Duties: Provides Therapy services established by the Occupational Therapist (OTR) in the patient Plan of Care. Provides therapy services under the supervision of an OTR as determined by the Registered Therapist and in compliance with State and Federal guidelines. Consults with OTR regarding changes in treatment or condition in a timely manner. Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including daily notes and assisting the OTR to create progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as needed. Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner. Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team. Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques. Participates in care planning meetings, rehab meetings and family training in order to communicate patient progress as requested by OTR, Director of Rehab or Rehab Resource Consultant. Follows organizational and facility policies and procedures to ensure employee and patient safety. Ensures equipment is in good working order prior to providing care to patients. Follows procedures for reporting damaged equipment. Maintains a clean environment. Attends required meetings, in-services and functions as designated by the Director of Rehab and /or the Rehab Resource Consultant. Coordinates treatment goals with other team members. Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency. Education Required: Minimum of Associate of Arts in Occupational Therapy Assistant Licensure/Certification: Licensure as required by State guideline Certification as required by State CPR Certification Experience: Graduates in Occupational Therapy Assistant Program will be considered. Excellent Comp and benefits for full-time associates, as well as perks and discounts. #J-18808-Ljbffr