What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Hand Therapy position at Select Physical Therapy?
Overview
Select Physical Therapy in Winter Haven, FL now hiring
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for Hand Therapy
Hours Needed: As Needed Mon - Fri
Location: 1499 6Th Street NW Winter Haven, FL 33881
Pay Rate: $30/hr.
Calling local certified occupational therapy assistants (COTA) interested in per diem hours! Check out Select Physical Therapy in Winter Haven!! We are seeking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants with a minimum of one year of current experience in hand therapy and/or new grad with fieldwork in hand therapy for as needed coverage. We have additional hand therapists on staff able to support an occupational therapist or a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) in our upbeat outpatient team environment.
COTA will treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains- strains, post- operative fractures, etc. Our population is primarily orthopedic injuries with referrals from hand and orthopedic surgeons.
Best practices and evidence-based programs are utilized for individualized patient care. You will work closely with a (large) group of CHTs, working together in the region for support, education and schedule coverage. Our clinics are fully equipped to provide care to patients ranging from post-surgical, non-operative to work conditioning. You will have the opportunity to work closely with excellent hand surgeons. If you are looking for a stable company with an ACTIVE, GROWING and THRIVING national Hand Therapy program, apply! Let's foster your growth!
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients.
- Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components
- Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
- Observe, note, and report on the progress of long and short-term treatment goals
- Ensure proper documentation of patient care.
- Maintain professional standards through compliance with quality assurance policies/ procedures as well as applicable regulations and corporate policies
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an ACOTA accredited occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program
- National registration and state COTA licensure or registration REQUIRED
- Must have 1 year current working experience with hand therapy patients. In lieu of experience, new grad COTAs with fieldwork in hand therapy would be eligible.
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Valid state driver’s license
Additional Data
PRN Perks:
- Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
- Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
- 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
- Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties
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Salary : $30