Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Per Diem

OUR MISSION

We are Called to serve a thriving community where seniors live with dignity, connection and purpose. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES of a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) (not meant to be an all inclusive list)

• Provides activities of daily living assessments and screens residents to determine if occupational therapy services are warranted.
• Renders the established needs of individual resident occupational therapy treatment programs under the general supervision of an occupational therapist. Assures treatment programs and goals are modified as needed.
• Communicates occupational therapy philosophy and treatment approaches and goals to residents, families, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintains appropriate documentation per regulatory guidelines. Prepares and submits all clinical billing in a timely manner.
• Develops and instructs residents and their support members in home programs as needed. Provides home safety assessments and recommendations as needed.
• Develops and maintains rapport and communication with physicians, facility staff, family members/significant others and community agencies to ensure effective exchange of information regarding current and future program planning.
• Maintains daily productivity standard of 85%.
• Assists with supervision and utilization of rehab and restorative aides in accordance with WI Practice Act.
• Ensures representation at resident related meetings.
• Relays inventory needs of occupational therapy supplies and equipment to Rehab Aide and Director of Rehab to assist in adequate availability.
• Exercises independent judgment effectively and make sound decisions within scope of WI Practice Act for occupational therapy services.
• Meets the annual goals and objectives that are consistent with the values and mission of Oakwood Village and continuous quality improvement.
• Maintains knowledge of current reimbursement and regulatory issues regarding rehabilitation.
• Attends required in-services and continuing education programs.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as needed. Work hours vary dependent upon patient need and caseload.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS of a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

1. Provides inspiring leadership through example, planning, teaching, training and empowerment.
2. Demonstrates excellent communication skills to include: written, oral, public speaking, listening and nonverbal. 
3. Works independently with little supervision and is sensitive to the needs of many constituents. Uses sound judgment and diplomacy in performance of duties.
4. Proficient knowledge of the fundamentals of individual and group activities; occupational, physical and speech therapies with an older adult population.
5. Proficient Knowledge of the scope of practice for occupational therapy.
6. Understands and has worked with reimbursement sources, including Medicare A (PPS), Medicare B, Medicaid and private insurance.
7. Presents occupational therapy objectives at general and professional levels.
8. Trustworthy, dependable, and ethical with willingness to accept feedback and the ability to cooperate.
9. Exhibits a sincere desire to work with older adults and has a growing understanding of the aging process.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/ OR TRAINING of a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a certified occupational therapy assistant in the State of Wisconsin.
• Minimum of two years therapist experience preferred.
• Long-term care experience preferred.