Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant(COTA),PRN
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Inpatient Rehabilitation
Per Diem
Wage scale: $40 per hour
Supportive Leadership Superior Outcomes
Your experience matters
AtPalomar Health Rehabilitation Institute we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here youre not just valued as an employee but as a person. As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistantjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How youll contribute
- Under guidance of supervising OTR/L: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.
- Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.
- Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.
- Observes treatment affect accomplishment of short and long term goals and recommends change to the supervising OTR/L if needed.
- Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising OTR/L.
- Conducts the class/group situations (stroke SCI BI) as appropriate.
- When necessary instructs care giver/family members in home exercise program as related to the patients functional and self-care status: discusses necessary equipment for the home situation.
- Complies with department hospital and regulatory agency guidelines with respect to ethics legal issues and supervisory relationships. Demonstrates professional accountability per AOTA Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
- Demonstrates appropriate and effective written verbal and non-verbal communication with team members through the continuum of care.
- Completes timely and accurate documentation including QI scoring of patient treatment in the patient medical record as indicated
- The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
- Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain after consulting with supervising OTR/L and makes appropriate physician contact as indicated.
- Protects patient confidentiality in regard to medical emotional and social status.
- Keeps the supervising therapist informed of patients status problem areas progress etc.
- Perceives the existence of problems and notifies supervising therapist for implementation of safe effective and timely solutions.
- Demonstrates appropriate safety measures when implementing treatment programs.
- Provides input/suggestions for the physical functioning of the department in the areas of equipment management space utilization storage etc.
- Assists in inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.
- Assists in maintenance of safe clean work environment.
- Assists in preparation/maintenance of daily treatment schedule.
- Develops home programs and instructs patients in the programs as delegated by the supervising occupational therapist.
- Provides written and updated treatment/coverage programs for days off.
- Performs discharge planning under the direct supervision of the OTR/L (prescriptions equipment requests and referrals).
- Reports on patients status at patient care in team conference when necessary. (Team conferences should be attended by the supervising OTR/L and with the COTA in attendance.)
- Assists in program development and preparation to meet regulatory agency standards i.e. Joint Commission CARF.
- Observes measures and records the cardiovascular responses of heart rate blood pressure and oxygen saturation.
- Plans and presents educational programs for department; hospital and/or community.
- Provides orientation instruction supervision and/or guidance to ancillary staff COTA students and volunteers.
- May transport patients/equipment to/from therapy gym.
- Uses computer system to assist in preparation/maintenance/printing of work list and entering of charges.
- Utilizes specialized equipment testing procedures and/or advanced treatment techniques with appropriate competency
- Other duties as assigned
What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Qualifications and requirements:
- Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
- Current BLS/CPR.
About us
Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute is a 52-beds inpatient rehabilitation hospital located in Escondido California and is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Employment Type
Part-Time
