Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Company: Marysville Care Center
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
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
Keywords: Marysville Care Center, Chesterfield , Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Other , Chesterfield, Missouri
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