COTA - VestraCare : Job Details

COTA STARTING RATE: $26.00 to $29.00 hourly - depending on experience. SHIFT: Full-Time/Per Diem Days BENEFITS: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance JOB DESCRIPTION: A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under an occupational therapist's direction to conduct treatment procedures that aim to improve a patient's day-to-day functioning despite impairment or limited mobility. This position is also responsible for preparing equipment for treatment and occasional clerical duties. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (i.e., physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning care delivery. * Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to care for and treat residents with the following needs: orthopedics, neuro diseases, and infectious diseases, if applicable. * Attends all mandatory in-services by employee's anniversary date. * Acts appropriately under the direction of the Director of Occupational Therapy, and Rehabilitation Director. * Records clinical documentation according to the accepted regulatory, facility, and professional guidelines. * Establishes and instructs caregivers in resident-specific maintenance programs. * Records daily treatment charges according to facility policies. * Secures necessary durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment for residents to facilitate independence if approved by the Administrator. * Acts as a clinical preceptor, if necessary, for affiliated Occupational Therapy or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant schools. * Complies with state regulations and national standards as they apply to the practice of Occupational Therapy. * Provides weekly documentation for all residents on an active therapy program. REQUIREMENTS: * New York State Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure * CPR certification * Physical strength to lift between 50-100lbs * Ability to read and understand work assignments, as well as report verbally and provide written documentation as necessary * Respect for residents' privacy and rights; display of genuine concern and empathy for the elderly * Able to perform tasks while upholding high standards of quality, cleanliness, and kindness * Qualities of responsibility, maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with residents and other staff members ABOUT US: VestraCare is a portfolio of five health care facilities in New York state, including: Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk; Roscoe Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Roscoe; Sunset Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Boonville; and Susquehanna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Johnson City. We're proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, Taconic Health Care and The McGuire Group.