Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Folsom & Carmichael)

Job Title/Position: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Reports to: Rehab Director

P osition Summary: A Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides coordinated occupational therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPON SIBILITIES

Patient Care

• Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the OT.
• Your position will include: Participation in coordination of patient care.
• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to participate in teaching the patient and family.
• Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
• Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements; participates in in-service programs
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Texas State License to practice occupational therapy.
• Two-year experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies.
• Proof of current CPR and Hepatitis profile
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Organized and resourceful self-starter, strong ability to work in a team.
• Excellent observation, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing and standing. Prolonged standing and walking required.
• Works in a health care facility or patients' residence in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualized psycho- social needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Compliance

• Acknowledge my obligation and agreement to fulfill those duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and to be bound by these standards.
• Certify that throughout my association with EH I will comply with the terms of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies.
• Understand that violations of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies may lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.