Perm- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA )

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARRY

The CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (C.O.T.A.) participates in the implementation of the rehabilitative plan of care designed by an Occupational Therapist and physician. The COTA works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Services are provided in a variety of health care settings.

ABOUT US

For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!

We offer the following benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Plan
• Flexible Schedules
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Identity theft insurance
• Compensation $23/hour

EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program at the associate’s degree level.

LICENSURE

Current and unrestricted license or registration as an OTA in the state of practice if the state regulates the profession.

EXPERIENCE

At least one year of relevant OTA experience in the clinical setting.

CREDENTIALS

CPR as required by client facility; health and other screening tests as required by specific facilities and state regulations.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Various client facility settings; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with ATC policies/procedures.
• Complies with client facility policies/procedures.
• Documents accurately and completely.
• Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.
• Guides and instructs the patient in prescribed therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence, physical and mental functioning, and therapeutic exercises in accordance with the physician's treatment plan and therapy care plan.
• Provides patient care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.
• Maintains competency by participating in continuing education programs and meets state specific requirements.
• Complies with accepted ethical conduct and professional standards of conduct as set forth by the American Association of Occupational Therapy.
• Performs other duties as assigned and in accordance with scope of practice for OTAs.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

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