Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
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Job Description
The COTA will be able to identify patients/customers: Inpatients Outpatients Home Health/Hospice patients Sub-Acute Unit patients (neonates to geriatrics). The COTA will carry out all appropriate aspects of a plan of care developed by a Occupational Therapist including: performing treatment as indicated assessing patients response to treatment and assisting with discharge planning. Under the guidance of a Occupational Therapy plan of care the COTA will utilize exercise equipment and physical agents to improve strength balance coordination and range of motion and to decrease pain to restore a patients optimal mobility and functional ability. The COTA provides education related to the treatment program disease process and prevention of further injuries to the patient family/caregiver and other members of the healthcare team. The COTA will coordinate delegate and supervise responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (Rehabilitation Techs LATs etc.). The COTA may be asked to create and participate in Community Engagement activities that focus on healthy lifestyle promotion preventative medicine and wellness topics. The COTA will participate in operational and performance improvement aspects of the department. The COTA will maintain awareness of budgetary and fiscal responsibility as it pertains to wages overtime productivity and continuing education. The COTA will ensure that documentation is complete and charges are accurately entered on a timely basis. The COTA will participate in all mandated departmental and organizational educational programs.
Qualifications
Obtained or eligible to obtain a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant degree (or equivalent) from an accredited Educational Institution. American Occupational Therapy Association Board Specialty or Certification preferred but not to read and communicate effectively in English. Strong written and verbal skills. Basic computer knowledge. Knowledge of physical medicine physical therapy modalities anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of rehabilitation equipment operation and maintenance. Decision-making problem solving and team building skills. Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensed or eligible for Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant License in the state of Wisconsin. Current BLS of Health Care Providers certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Drivers License may be required depending on location of hire.
This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship and we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT Stem.
Employment Type
Part-Time
