Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

4 weeks ago

Ankeny, United States Bridges at Ankeny Full time $25 - $30
Job DescriptionJob Description

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Department: Therapy

Reports to: Therapy Director

At The Bridges of Ankeny, we put YOU first and offer fantastic career opportunities. Experience the DELIGHT of working for a company that cares about you and your career goals. Whether you are just beginning your COTA career or are a seasoned COTA, we want you to call The Bridges of Ankeny home. You’ll enjoy a positive, progressive, and fun place to work and reap the benefits of being a COTA at The Bridges of Ankeny

Reasons to join us:

*Competitive compensation

*Tuition reimbursement assistance

*We pay for license/certification renewals and CEUs

*Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, MATCHING 401K, Life, and Disability

*Benefits effective 1st day following 60 days of employment

*Paid Time Off

*Holiday Pay

*Same Day Pay

*Annual Income Increases (at the discretion of the market)

*Consistent support from the Regional Operations and Nursing Team

*And so much more

Job Summary:

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible to the registered Occupational Therapist that is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant performs only those services planned, delegated, and supervised by the registered Occupational Therapist.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

· Follows treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the registered occupational therapist. Documents patients response to treatment plan and progress toward establish goals.

· Participates in teaching new skills or retaining patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.

· Collaborate with other team members regarding effective techniques to use for each individual patient.

· Participates in the ongoing evaluation of patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc. as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards barriers to more independent living as delegated by the registered occupational therapist.

· Complete summaries, progress monitoring and documentation per guidelines.

· Conduct group therapy sessions as clinically indicated.

· Use any augmentative device necessary for individual treatment.

· Complete and maintain necessary records and documentation of sessions on site.

· Attend staff meetings and care conference meeting as directed.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

· Associate (Preferred)

· Previous experience working with the elderly population (preferred)

· 1-year Clinical Experience (required)

License/Certifications

· COTA(Required)

· Must have graduated from an OT assistant program

· Possess and Maintains current CPR certification

· Must be licensed in the State of Iowa

Additional Responsibilities

Continuing Educational Requirement

· Required to complete annual 12-hour in-service training programs (as well as supplemental online education). Failure to complete the 12-hour in-service training program, or any other requirement under internal policies, local, state, or federal law may result in termination.

· Require to maintain COTA Licensure and CEUs per regulatory compliance.

Core Values

Adheres to and exhibits The Bridges at Ankeny’s Core Values:

· Phenomenal Support – To communicate, evaluate and respond in a manner that exceeds expectations.

· Do the Right Thing – To be honest, to act and make decisions that are morally correct. To treat others equally. Be consistent and accountable for your actions and decisions.

· Embrace Change – To think proactively. Anticipate ways to improve ourselves and the organization.

· Fun – To create an enthusiastic positive atmosphere that others want to belong to.

· Responsible Financial Success – Striving for operational excellence through timely and thoughtful decision-making process.

· Family and Friends Atmosphere – To treat everyone with respect and love.

· Industry Leader – Be innovative. Guiding and supporting the long-term care profession while upholding The Bridges at Ankeny’s positive reputation.

Physical Activity Requirements:

· Lifting- May be called upon to lift equipment or supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. Push/pull requirements of 50 lbs. are common. Occasionally required to carry objects including charts and equipment up to 40 lbs.

· Other physical requirements – Significant amount to time sitting. May be called upon occasionally to perform twisting, bending, squatting, kneeling, or crouching.

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