COTA - Occupational Therapy

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Lorain Market

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Shift/Schedule

Full Time - Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours

Shift Times - Days/Afternoons

Work Locations - Lorain Hospital, Amherst Rehabilitation and Therapy, Oak Point Rehabilitation and Therapy

Weekend & Holiday Rotation

The Occupational Therapist Assistant provides patient treatment under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient electronic health record. Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education. This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off‑site locations. Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.

Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Occupational Therapist.

Collaborates with Occupational Therapist and other health team members to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying and coordinating treatment programs.

Designs and adapts equipment in working / living environment.

Precepts in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience / internships of students from participating colleges and universities.

Provides formal orientation to new Occupational Therapy Assistants, aides and volunteers.

Maintains safety of the work environment including equipment and notifies appropriate personnel if necessary.

Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice (required)

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) (preferred)

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Pediatrics (1‑12 years)

Adults (18‑64 years)

Long‑distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

General office environment.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

Required to car travel to off‑site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients

Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.

Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.

Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on click.appcast.io.