Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Status : Full Time & PRN Available
Location : Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside - 4515 Sunnyside Rd.
SE, Salem, OR 97302
Apply at Teamavamere.com
As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve.
Avamere provides in-house therapy in our facilities throughout Oregon and Washington.
Avamere began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care.
At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members.
If you are a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant interested in Full-time, Part-time or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.
Reasons to Join Avamere :
- In-House Therapy
- Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
- Therapist-Run
- Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
- Manageable Productivity Expectations
- Flexible Schedule Options
- Two Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour workweek)
- Career Advancement & Development
- New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training
At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes :
- Health Insurance : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Low individual and family deductible.
- 401 (k) Plan : After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) : Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
- EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
- Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
- Generous employee referral bonus program.
- Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA : Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
- Professional Development : Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Voluntary Benefits : Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
Key Responsibilities :
- Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
- Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team
- Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements
- Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations
- Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements
- Supports and participates in department operations and development
- Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis
Qualifications :
- Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum
- Must be a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Oregon
- In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
- Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
- Full knowledge of resident's rights
- Exudes professionalism in presentation
- Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English fluently
- Must have a current and active CPR / BLS Certification
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
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