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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)Life Care Center of Sparta • Sparta, Tennessee, USA
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Sparta • Sparta, Tennessee, USA
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Summary

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.

Education Experience and Licensure Requirements

  • NBCOT certified upon hire but renewal is optional going forward
  • Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
  • Currently registered / licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
  • One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

  • Participates in community health matters / projects as appropriate
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel and e mail
  • Liaisons with patients families support departments etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
  • Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
  • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • 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 professional working relationships with all associates vendors etc.
  • 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 Cares Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
  • Essential Functions

  • Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
  • Chart appropriately and timely
  • Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
  • Assist in the evacuation of patients
  • Demonstrate dependable regular attendance
  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
  • Sit stand bend lift push pull stoop walk reach and move intermittently during working hours
  • Read write speak and understand the English language
  • An Equal Opportunity Employer

    Key Skills

    Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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