Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)Join Our Passionate & Purposeful In-House Therapy Team!Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Status: PRN FlexibleRates: $40.00 - $45.00Location: Avamere Three Fountains - 835 Crater Lake Ave, Medford, OR 97504Medford is a southern city in Oregon that offers a great vibe with opportunities for hiking, fishing, running, kayaking, and boating. The coast is about 2 hours away and there are mountains in sight. A university is nearby so it has a university vibe. Many arts and music festivals surround this city as well as medical components. The weather is milder than in other parts of Portland with less rain and more affordable living.We are seeking a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team in Medford, Oregon at Avamere Three Fountains. This 117-bed skilled nursing community is part of a larger campus that includes a health club and swimming pool that can be used for therapy. Other amenities include a large therapy gym, therapy kitchen, break area and excellent SLP space with quiet office. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with Avamere Rehab, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere Rehab provides in-house therapy in our Avamere Living communities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere Living began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care.As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with Avamere Rehab, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere Rehab provides in-house therapy in our Avamere Living communities throughout Oregon and Washington. At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members. If you are a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant interested in Full-time, Part-time or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.Reasons to Join Avamere Rehab:In-House TherapyCollaborative Team Approach with All DepartmentsTherapist-RunCompliance & Regulatory Management and EducationManageable Productivity ExpectationsFlexible Schedule OptionsOne Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour work week)Career Advancement & DevelopmentNew Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & TrainingAt Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.Generous employee referral bonus program.Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.Key Responsibilities:Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational TherapistCommunicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the teamProvides timely written documentation per facility and department requirementsDevelops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associationsProvides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirementsSupports and participates in department operations and developmentReports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basisQualifications:Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculumMust hold an active COTA license in the state of OregonAble to practice unencumbered.In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boardsWorking knowledge of Medicare and other payer sourcesFull knowledge of resident's rightsExudes professionalism in multitask.Ability to multitask.Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.CPR certificationMust speak, read, and write English fluentlyMust have an active CPR/BLS certificationAvamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-VerifyEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.