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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)Valley West Health Care Center • Eugene, OR, US
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Valley West Health Care Center • Eugene, OR, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Valley West Health Care Center is situated in Eugene, Oregon,\na city known for its arts and culture, outdoor recreation, and the University\nof Oregon. Residents benefit from extensive bike trails, the scenic Willamette\nRiver, and a lively downtown with diverse culinary options. Eugene's commitment\nto sustainability and community engagement makes it a wonderful place to live\nand work.

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Valley West Health Care Center is a long-term care and post-acute care facility, well known for its extraordinary customer service, high-quality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale and retention. We are currently looking for a PRN and full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team.

  • Full-time : $30-$40 / hr DOE
  • PRN : $40 - $45 / hr DOE
  • Schedule : Sunday-Thursday
  • Mentorship\n programs available - new grads welcome
  • Continuing\n education and growth opportunities
  • Part\n of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
  • In-house\n rehab programs with empowering work environments

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Position Summary\n

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.

\nEducation, Experience, and Licensure Requirements\n \n

  • NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward

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  • Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)

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  • Currently registered / licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.

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  • One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred

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  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

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  • Participates in community health matters / projects as appropriate

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  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail

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  • Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs

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  • Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times

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  • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

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  • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

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  • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

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  • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to : patient rights, and safety and sanitation

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  • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

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  • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information

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  • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

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  • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s  Code of Conduct  and completes mandatory  Code of Conduct  and other appropriate compliance training

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  • Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT

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  • Chart appropriately and timely

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  • Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately

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  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

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  • Assist in the evacuation of patients

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  • Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

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  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

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  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

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  • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

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  • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

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