What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Carmi position at Wabash General Hospital?
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant skillfully and independently performs standardized procedures as directed and assigned by the Occupational Therapist. Provides treatment intervention as ordered by the attending physician under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist to patients of all ages including: infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. The COTA helps maintain department statistics and paperwork; assists patients in exercise, ADLs, functional activities, and orthotic fabrication and adjustments as directed; applies occupational therapy modalities; and assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment. The COTA must abide by written dress code as described in hospital and departmental policy. They are to maintain patient confidentiality as described in established policy.
Schedule: Monday - Friday Shift: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Will rotate weekends and holidays. Approximately 1 weekend every 6 weeks. 1-2 holidays per year.
Requirements:
- Graduated from an AOTA approved Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum and licensed by the state of Illinois as a COTA
- CPR Certified
- Continual physical activity including lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling
- May be required to work any day of the week including holidays and weekends.
Benefits Summary
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health Insurance
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
- Free internal prescription program
- Employer contributions to premiums.
- Retirement Plans
- 457(b) plan with employer matching.
- 401(a) plan for employer contributions.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service
- Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days.
- Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work schedules
- Other Benefits
- Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional development opportunities
- Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
- Additional Perks
- Wellness programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses
About Us
At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, “people you know, helping people you love,” we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion.
We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. While we are honored to have received numerous awards recognizing our efforts to be the best, what truly sets us apart is the personalized experience we provide to our patients and their families.
Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.