Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Waverly Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center , located in Waverly, VA, is a Long Term Care facility that provides quality care to our residents. Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.

NOW HIRING:

(COTA) Occupational Therapist Assistant

Full Time

Benefits:

• Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Company Discounts
• Company Perks and Activites

Qualifications:

• 1. Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy that is recognized by the AOTA.
• 2. Holds current license and/or registration in the state (as applicable).
• 3. SNF experience preferred

Job Responsibilities:

• 1. Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines.
• 2. Assist OT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
• 3. Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the OTR.
• 4. Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, re-certifications and discharges.
• 5. Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
• 6. Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
• 7. Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
• 8. Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.
• 9. Complete billing logs and bill patients ethically and accurately for occupational therapy services rendered.
• 10. Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.
• 11. Supervise junior COTA staff members or students as needed.
• 12. Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.
• 13. Provide in-service education regarding patient care or occupational therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.
• 14. Comply with all facility policies and procedures.
• 15. Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
• 16. Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and project a professional image at all times.
• 17. Adhere to productivity requirements, complete productivity reports and submit in a timely manner.
• 18. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers
• 19. Perform all other duties assigned by the department supervisor, lead therapist or regional manager.
• 20. Comply with all Facility HR policies re: lunch, sick and time off notification.
• 21. Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.

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