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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Banner Elk
Banner, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025


PRN Position, dayshift, 8am-5pm, available 7 days a week

PRN Certified Occupational Therapist wanted in the beautiful mountains of NC.

This is great opportunity for the new grad or experienced therapist who loves the outdoors. We are Life Care Center of Banner Elk. We are the home to 3 local ski areas mountain biking, hiking trails, Grandfather mountain, local music events, nearby is Appalachian State University, with a host of other musical and cultural events. We offer In-house PT/OT/ST services, for short term rehab, long term setting, or out-patient. 

The right candidate will have passion for working with the older adult and elderly population, is a self starter, good time management skills, and willingness to do whatever it takes.

Please send resume to Elizabeth_Goode@LCCA.com to begin your next step in a successful career.


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 Care’s 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

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