Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Inpatient Per Diem Varied

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care across both inpatient and outpatient settings in compliance with Manatee Health policies, standards and philosophy, The Joint Commission standards, and the AOTA Code of Ethics This role involves supporting adult and pediatric patients who experience a loss of and / or deficiency in functional independence related to chronic, traumatic or developmental illness, impairment and / or disability in achieving their functional goals through therapeutic activities, education, and specialized care techniques. Interventions are developed with the patient and their family and / or caregivers as partners in the rehabilitation process.

Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times. Other duties as assigned.

About Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH) :

Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, has served the citizens of Manatee, Sarasota and surrounding counties for over 70 years. Part of the Manatee Healthcare System, the hospital has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval. The 295-bed hospital with over 800 physicians, residents and allied health professionals, offers advanced healthcare services in a caring and compassionate environment. Services include cardiac care and cardiovascular medicine, emergency care for all ages, surgery services - including robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System, a weight-loss program, orthopedic services, outpatient and inpatient radiology and rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care and women's and children's services. Manatee Memorial Hospital also offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for babies with special needs.

MMH offers comprehensive benefits such as :

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE : UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Description

Not Required

Required

Preferred

High School Diploma / GED

Vocational / Technical School / Diploma

Associate's degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Other :

REQUIRED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRATION

Description

Required

Preferred

State of Florida Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Description

Required

Preferred

Minimum of one (1) year outpatient experience

EEO Statement

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