COTA

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)Location: Wichita, KSUnit: Occupational TherapyDaily Census: Approximately 250 active consults/dayStaffing: 30 staff members, with 17.29 FTEsStaff Composition: 2:1 OTR to COTA ratioPatient Ratios: Typically 9-13 patients assigned to each COTA dailyEquipment: General acute care DMEElectronic Medical Record (EMR): MeditechQualificationsMinimum Requirements:At least 6 months of acute care hospital experience in Occupational TherapyActive Kansas licensureCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationPreferred Qualifications:Experience in trauma careExperience with comprehensive stroke careKey ResponsibilitiesConducting Occupational Therapy treatments as per patient care plansIdeal Candidate ProfileAbility to work independently with minimal oversight and a high level of accountabilityStrong communication and collaboration skillsFlexibility in adapting to the dynamic nature of acute care practiceThe unit features a large therapy team working within a complex acute care environment, handling a diverse range of diagnoses. The welcoming team fosters a collaborative work environment and offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate personal needs. Staff members enjoy considerable autonomy in patient care planning and work closely with an interdisciplinary team to effectively meet the needs of patients and the community.Client Details Address 550 N HILLSIDE State KS Zip Code 67214