Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
21 days ago
Mesa
Job DescriptionDescription: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting Occupational Therapists in providing high-quality rehabilitative services to residents, helping them regain independence in activities of daily living and improve their overall quality of life. Schedule: PRN, Weekdays only, 8 Hour Shifts, Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Assist Occupational Therapists in conducting assessments to evaluate residents’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning, including their ability to perform activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living., • Implement individualized treatment plans developed by Occupational Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities, and interventions aimed at improving residents’ functional abilities and achieving treatment goals., • Provide hands-on assistance and guidance to residents during therapy sessions, ensuring safety, proper technique, and optimal therapeutic outcomes., • Utilize adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environment modifications to facilitate residents’ participation in therapy activities and enhance their independence in daily tasks., • Document resident progress, treatment interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements., • Communicate effectively with Occupational Therapists, nursing staff, and other team members to coordinate care, share information, and promote continuity of services., • Collaborate with residents and their families to establish realistic goals, educate them on therapeutic techniques and strategies, and provide support and encouragement throughout the rehabilitation process., • Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and discharge planning discussions to contribute to resident care planning and goal setting., • Stay current on best practices, evidence-based interventions, and regulatory changes in the field of occupational therapy, participating in continuing education and professional development activities as needed., • Maintain professional licensure and adhere to ethical standards set forth by relevant professional organizations., • Perform all other duties assigned. Schedule: • Weekdays, some Saturdays as needed but not very common., • 8-hour shifts., • Current certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)., • State licensure or eligibility for licensure as a COTA in the state where work is performed., • Clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting is preferred., • Strong clinical skills in providing rehabilitative services to individuals with a variety of diagnoses and functional limitations., • Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor., • Commitment to providing high-quality, resident-centered care with empathy and compassion., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with residents, families, and team members., • CPR Certification., • Work performed in a medical setting due to the need to work directly with residents, families, and other team members., • Must be able to sit, stand, bend, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, stretch, and twist., • Required vision includes close, vision, distance, peripheral, and the ability to adjust focus., • Capability to assist residents with mobility tasks, including transferring them from beds to wheelchairs, assisting with standing or walking, and positioning them for therapy activities., • May need to lift or maneuver equipment such as therapy mats, adaptive devices or weights., • Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager., • The job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations., • Capacity to stand for extended periods during therapy sessions and walk or move around the facility to access residents’ rooms and therapy spaces., • The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position., • Stamina to work full shifts and perform repetitive tasks throughout the day, including providing therapy to multiple residents and documenting training sessions. #AHCJobs