What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) position at Life Care Center of Kennewick?
Life Care Center of Kennewick 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 Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for Full-time or PRN to join our team.
We also feature:
- Full-time: $35/hr - $45/hr DOE
- Sign-on/Relocation Bonus: $5,000 for full-time
- PRN: $45/hr
- Referral Program: Earn $100 per paycheck for each full-time referral, for up to three years
- In-house rehab programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams
- Part of a network of nearly 200 skilled nursing facilities
- Continuing education and growth opportunities
- New Grads welcome -- Onsite mentorship available
Life Care Center of Kennewick 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 Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for Full-time or PRN to join our team.
We also feature:
- Full-time: $35/hr - $45/hr DOE
- Sign-on/Relocation Bonus: $5,000 for full-time
- PRN: $45/hr
- Referral Program: Earn $100 per paycheck for each full-time referral, for up to three years
- In-house rehab programs with collaborative work environments and supportive teams
- Part of a network of nearly 200 skilled nursing facilities
- Continuing education and growth opportunities
- New Grads welcome -- Onsite mentorship available
Life Care Center of Kennewick 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 Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for Full-time or PRN to join our team. We also feature:
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
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $35 - $45
