Occupational Therapist Assistant/ COTA
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Job Location:
Sarasota, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Our Company
Rehab in Motion
Overview
Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients expectations. If youre motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life we encourage you to apply today!
Responsibilities
- Assisting the Occupational Therapist in the implementation of treatment intervention
- Administer therapeutic exercises and activities to improve patients; strength mobility and function.
- Providing training to individuals and any others involved in their rehabilitation and documenting results of the training
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Supporting individuals plan of treatment by documenting and reporting status changes to the multi-disciplinary team members as appropriate
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Degree from a certified occupational therapy assistant training program
- Current Occupational Therapist Assistant certification in state of practice
- Current CPR cerification in accordance with state regulations.
- Knowledge of evidence based therapy interventions
Familiarity with assisted living independent living geriatrics and/or home health
- One year preferred
- New grads encouraged to apply
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Moving lifting or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
- Duties require fine motor skillsvisual acuityand walking/standing for extended periods
- Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling bending/stooping reaching kneeling and positioning frequently at times
- A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter depending on specific location policy local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations
About our Line of Business
Rehab in Motion an affiliate of Rehab Without Walls is devoted to elevating the physical and emotional wellbeing of older adults through physical occupational and speech therapies. Our teams holistic approach integrates mindfulness-based interventions to address trauma fostering increased independence strength and fall prevention. At Rehab in Motion our tailored physical therapy and fun-filled exercise classes embrace the unique culture of every retirement or assisted living community we serve because staying active and independent should be as enjoyable as it is beneficial. Our team excels in trauma-informed care fostering a nurturing and empathetic environment for all clients. This approach ensures that each individual receives comprehensive care incorporating support evidence- based interventions and an overall improved quality of life leading to more favorable outcomes. For more information please visit Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
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Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Welcome to SpringHealth Behavioral Health & Integrated Care where we assist those we serve in reaching their highest level of independence.
