What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at Nurse Next Door?
Job Description
Position: Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Description: The Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for administering a treatment program with specific goals tailored to the resident’s/patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician. The role involves assisting patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises as outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist. This position requires sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation, and monitoring of resident’s/patient's progress. Additionally, the assistant will instruct residents/patients and their families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment. Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts are essential.
Essential Functions:
- Administers a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the resident’s/patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician.
- Assists patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
- Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation, and monitoring of resident’s/patient's progress.
- Assists in the instruction of residents/patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
- Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
Education:
- Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
Licenses/Certification:
- Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license required.
- Current CPR certification required.
Experience:
- Six months of experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
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Job Description
Position: Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Location: Nurse Next Door, Coeur d'AleneDescription: Nurse Next Door in Coeur d'Alene is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our compassionate team. The COTA will be responsible for administering a treatment program with specific goals tailored to the resident’s/patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician. The role involves assisting patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises as outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist. This position requires sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation, and monitoring of resident’s/patient's progress. Additionally, the assistant will instruct residents/patients and their families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment. Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts are essential.
Essential Functions:
- Administers a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the resident’s/patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician.
- Assists patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
- Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation, and monitoring of resident’s/patient's progress.
- Assists in the instruction of residents/patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
- Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
Education:
- Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
Licenses/Certification:
- Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license required.
- Current CPR certification required.
Experience:
- Six months of experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
Benefits:
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
Nurse Next Door is committed to providing excellent care to our residents and a supportive work environment for our staff. If you are a dedicated and compassionate COTA, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team in Coeur d'Alene.
