What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at Hamilton Arms Center?
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full Time and PRN Available
New Graduates welcome to apply!
Benefits of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Daily Pay Option! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!
- Competitive Wages
- One Location, No Daily Travel
- Comprehensive Benefits Package and 401k!
- Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
- Employee recognition through various awards and programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Location: 336 S West End Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603
Hamilton Arms Center; We are excited to offer our new in-house model of Rehab at Hamilton Arms Center! Currently, we are adding a Full Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to our valuable team of therapists. PRN Hours Available as well.
Responsibilities of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):
- Your primary focus will be to assist in the planning, organizing, developing, and delivering of Occupational Therapy Services in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, to ensure the highest degree of quality resident is continuously maintained.
- Providing individual therapy services to residents according to the care plans.
- Assisting in resident assessment activities as needed
- Assisting as needed in developing therapy plans for individual residents in conjunction with MDS.
- Keeping the Therapist informed of any need to adjust therapy plans to match or support resident care plan goals.
- Briefing residents in procedures involved in occupational therapy and preparing necessary equipment.
- Participating in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc.
- Coordinating therapy appointments with other departments.
- Following therapy department safety standards.
- Maintaining the care and use of supplies, equipment, and appearance of the therapy area.
Requirements of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):
- Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) program is required and must have a valid professional license by discipline for state
- A minimum of one year of related experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility or other related medical facility is required, as is the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. New Grads will be considered.
- The successful candidate will also demonstrate patience, courtesy, excellent customer service skills, dependability, attention to detail and flexibility.
- Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.
A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) drive our daily activities with all we interact with.
Take pride in your career and join an organization where your talents will shine! Apply Today!
Hamilton Arms Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.
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