COTA Rehab PRN

Job Opportunity at Las Palmas Medical Center

Join Las Palmas Medical Center as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PRN. This role is part of HCA Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services. We offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a COTA Rehab PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY : Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, assist the in the practice of occupational therapy to include developmental deficits, activities of daily living, work conditioning, range of motion, coordination, balance endurance, cognition, and implementing exercise programs to restore function and increase strength.

POPULATION SERVED : Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient population(s) served : Cardiac / cardiovascular, neuro, orthopedic, spine care, pulmonary including but not limited to CVA / TIA, joint replacement / fracture repair, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Patient care : Directs and aides patients in active and passive exercise programs, leisure activities, ADL training, coordination, balance, endurance, cognition, work conditioning, perceptual-motor activities as directed by Occupational Therapist. Assists in fabricating splints as directed by Occupational Therapist. Communicates any change in patient's condition to Occupational Therapist.
• Documentation : Complete documentation of patient's chart which includes : daily progress notes, team conference reports, family conference reports, and daily charges.
• Supervision : Direct activities of technicians, students and volunteers as assigned.
• Interdisciplinary Interactions : Communicates and collaborates with interdisciplinary team regarding : patient status, discharge plans, equipment needs, and recommendations.
• Quality : Assists the clinical supervisor with implementation of new programs as needed. Involved with Quality Assessment and Improvement Plan.
• Department compliance : Complies with department Policy and Procedures, Safety / Infection Control Plans, OSHA, guidelines Employee Handbook and standards of regulatory bodies (The Joint Commission, Medicare, CARF, etc)
• Demonstrates Customer Service / AIDET principles and behaviors appropriately.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS :

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

Las Palmas Medical Center is a 300+ bed full-service hospital in El Paso. It is home to the region's only kidney transplant center. The facility offers a range of services including emergency care with a Level III trauma center, cardiac care, women's services, pediatric care and NICU, cancer care, and more. Las Palmas Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our COTA Rehab PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.