Occupational Therapy Assistant

Summary

Job Description:

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Part Time, First Shift

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will treat patients; maintain communication with doctors and other health personnel, supervise aides, volunteers, support staff, and students under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.

Job Duties:

• Documents treatment interventions, response and progress in the patient's electronic medical record.
• Communicates change in status, patient progress and goal achievement with an occupational therapist.
• Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending discharge disposition and assistive equipment needs.
• Provides services to improve functional independence and/or reduce pain.

Requirements:

• Associate degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
• Current Certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant by the Kentucky State Board of Occupational Therapy or temporary certification and eligible for certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant by the Kentucky State Board of Occupational Therapy.

Preferred Requirements:

• Acute Care

Benefits:

• Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with company match

Work Experience

Education