Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Part-time
Company: HealthPRO Heritage
Location: Whittier
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview At HealthPro Heritage we hire people who share our
vision, who work diligently and provide the kind of care that will
help change patient's lives for the better. As an Associate, your
dedication and commitment deserve respect and recognition. If
you're looking for a career and straightforward and realistic
'care' expectations, maybe it's time to look at our company. The
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (C.O.T.A.) is a skilled
technical worker who performs direct resident care activities under
the clinical supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
Responsibilities 1. Provide occupational therapy treatments to
residents according to treatment plans developed by the
Occupational Therapist. 2. Assist the Occupational Therapist when
performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures. 3.
Observe, record and report to the therapist the conditions,
reactions and responses related to assigned duties. 4. Maintain
daily records of treatments and document progress notes on
residents as directed by the therapist. 5. Assist with admission
screening. 6. Assist the therapist in consulting with family
members, physicians and other health care professionals, as
appropriate. 7. Assist with the care of the occupational therapy
department and equipment. 8. Assist the Occupational Therapist with
in-service programs and other meetings as assigned by the
Occupational Therapist. 9. Access continuing education
opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in
order to maintain clinical currency. 10.Act in compliance with
Heritage Healthcares regulatory and professional standards and
guidelines. 11. Attend and participate in, or provide information
for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress,
problems or needs. 12. Adhere to company and facility policies and
procedures and participate in facility quality improvement and
safety programs. 13. Perform other duties, as assigned. 14.
Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocates therapy
resources efficiently in accordance with resident goals and
outcomes related to discharge destination. 15. Demonstrate a
knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination,
and third party reimbursement guidelines. 16. Support the companys
commitment to Compassionate Care; projects a professional image to
foster confidence in the rehab. Program. 17. Perform duties in an
independent manner and recognizes situations where direct
supervision is needed; willingly helping others. 18. Maintain the
expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected
for your position at your particular
facility/facilities.Qualifications 1. Graduate of an approved
Occupational Therapy Assistant program. 2. Current license or
eligible for license under statutes in the state of practice. 3.
Prefer experience in a setting serving the same age/type of
resident population served by this facility. 4. Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills. 5. Ability to understand
and follow the directions of the Occupational Therapist and the
policies and procedures of the facility. 6. Ability to complete the
following activities safely, and at times, for prolonged periods:
Standing: Maintaining an upright position on the feet, especially
for prolonged periods of time Pushing: Applying pressure and
exerting force against an object for the purpose of moving it
forward or away from the source of the force push or pull force up
to 35 lbs. Lifting: Raising an object from a lower to a higher
position, or moving an object laterally, from position to
position-Required to lift up to 50 lbs of force independently. May
be required to lift over 50 lbs with assistance of another person
or a mechanical lift Stooping: Bending the body forward and down
from the waist, hips and knees, sometimes for a prolonged length of
time. -Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction away
from the body Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent
falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or
moving surfacesRecruiter : Email Address
esolang@healthpro-heritage.com
Keywords: HealthPRO Heritage, Whittier , Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Part-time, Healthcare , Whittier, California
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