What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA position at NurseStaffing?
Description :
Allied 24 / 7 is looking for an individual who is licensed under the laws of the state as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA to implement occupational therapy services for patients under the supervision of an occupational therapist, with services including treatment, standardized assessment data and documentation. Allied 24 / 7 specializes in placing therapists in all settings. We have openings throughout the state, including hospitals, LTCs and independently owned clinics. We can find job matches according to your needs - per diem, long or short term temp, even permanent placement and Travel opportunities.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient progress.
- Recognize when standard patient protocols or treatment plans need modification to meet individual patient needs & reports to therapist.
- Understand the role of therapy in the context of the patients age, total needs perspective and environment.
- Perform age appropriate advanced competency skills in area of practice and with respect to individual patients problems.
- Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients with regard to age, level of understanding & emotional status.
- Consistently report to therapist patient progress / status to allow for update of goals and modification of treatment program.
- Utilize appropriate methods and materials for effective learning, monitoring response to education, and adapting program appropriately.
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