Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA - Avamere Court at Keizer
We are seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team in Keizer, OR at Avamere Court of Keizer. As a Certified Occupational Therapist 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.
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
- 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 TherapistCommunicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the teamProvides timely written documentation per facility and department requirementsDevelops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associationsProvides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirementsSupports and participates in department operations and developmentReports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basisQualifications :
Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculumAble to practice unencumbered.In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boardsWorking knowledge of Medicare and other payer sourcesFull knowledge of resident's rightsExudes professionalism in multitask.Ability to multitask.Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.CPR certificationAvamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify