URGENT Need | Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Role description

Job Type: Full-time

New Grads Welcome

Benefits(full-time):

* Flexible scheduling
* 401(k) retirement plan with company match
* Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
* Life insurance, short/long term disability
* Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

* Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
* Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
* Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
* Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
* new grads welcome to apply
* Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
* Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
* Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
* Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
* Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
* Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
* Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
* Read, write, speak, and understand the English language