What are the responsibilities and job description for the COTA position at Veritas Skilled Nursing Management?
Job Details
Description
Full Time COTA Needed
compensation: TBD upon experience.
employment type Full Time needed with weekend availability.
Currently, The Center at Val Vista is looking to expand their Housekeeping Staff.
Positions available: Full Time. Must be available to work weekends.
Description:
The Center at Val Vista is a, skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patient's transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.
Purpose of Your Job Position
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupation therapy to patients upon physician referral and under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicate laws and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
- Follow the treatment plan for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
- Work closely with patients, family members and other care team members to adequately plan for patient needs, to include short term and long term goals
- Verify patient information and confirm purpose of treatment
- Monitor each movement to ensure the patient is performing them properly to avoid new/further injuries
- Effectively communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans
- Chart appropriately and timely
- Assist the Occupational Therapist in patient development, recovery, and improving skills needed for daily functionalities
- Must demonstrate dependability and regular attendance
- Must utilize good body mechanics at all times
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions
Qualifications
Must possess an active and good standing COTA license
Must possess an active and good standing level 1 Fingerprint Card
Must possess an active CPR certification (In-person course ONLY)
Must be able to pass both background and drug test
