Occupational Therapy Assistant (per diem) | Cascade Park

Occupational Therapy Assistant (Per Diem) | Cascade Park

Job Category: Skilled Nursing

Location: Avamere Rehab of Cascade Park - 801 SE Park Crest Ave. Vancouver, WA 98683

Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Status: PRN

Wage: $40 - $45 DOE

The purpose of this position is to assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.

COTA RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with Supervisor.
• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.
• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.
• Attends required meetings as designed by the Director of Rehab and/or Supervisor.
• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients' response to treatment plan.
• Provides constructive feedback to rehab aides.
• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.
• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum.
• Able to practice unencumbered as a COTA
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
• Full knowledge of resident's rights.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.

Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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