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.