What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at Avamere?
Join Our Passionate & Purposeful In-House Therapy Team!
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA): Part-Time
Pay Range: $35.00 - $45.00
Apply at Teamavamere.com
We are seeking a Part-time COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) to join our team in Shoreline, WA at our 140-bed skilled nursing community, Richmond Beach Rehabilitation & Specialty Care. This is a charming community located in an area named one of the best places to live by Seattle Magazine. As an Occupational Therapist with Avamere Rehab, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve.
Reasons to Join Avamere Rehab:
- In-House Therapy
- Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
- Therapist-Run
- Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
- Manageable Productivity Expectations
- Flexible Schedule Options
- Two Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour workweek)
- Career Advancement & Development
- New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training
Key Responsibilities:
- Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
- Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team
- Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements
- Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations
- Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements
- Supports and participates in department operations and development
- Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum
- Able to practice unencumbered
- In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
- Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
- Full knowledge of resident’s rights
- Exudes professionalism in presentation
- Ability to multitask
- Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
- CPR certification
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
Salary : $35 - $45
