URGENT Need | Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team at Our Skilled Care Facility

At our organization, we are dedicated to being the leading provider of skilled and long-term care services. We prioritize our residents above all and recognize that our associates are our greatest asset. Our goal is to be the preferred facility within our community. We design our programs and services to maintain exceptional quality, ensuring we meet the needs of both our residents and staff. We take pride in our consistently low COVID-19 infection rates among residents and staff, along with positive feedback from state infection control assessments. Additionally, all employees can benefit from referral bonuses for specific high-demand roles.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full-time, PRN
• Work Schedule: Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday
• New Graduates: We welcome applications from recent graduates!

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Flexible scheduling options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Vacation time, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that starts accruing from day one
• Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
• Medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts

About Our Facility

Our skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) offer:

• Long-term care: Support for residents needing ongoing skilled assistance and compassionate daily care.
• Short-term rehabilitation: Services for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury.
• Collaborative care: An interdisciplinary team approach involving nursing, therapy, and medical staff working in unison.

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 environment.

Position Overview: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

The COTA provides 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.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT)
• New graduates are encouraged to apply
• Participation in community health initiatives/projects as appropriate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication
• Ability to liaise effectively with patients, families, and support departments
• Knowledge of practices, procedures, and regulations governing post-acute care facilities

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrate proficiency in all competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information
• Understand and 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
• Utilize therapy software accurately and effectively
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients
• Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language