Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA

Description:

* PART -TIME 3 DAYS A WEEK * EXCELLENT BENEFITS * GREAT TEAM * ELIGIBLE FOR AETNA HEALTH INSURANCE 1ST OF THE MONTH AFTER DATE OF HIRE ONLY WORKING PART TIME!!! *

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA, Position Summary:

Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehab Center is a 120-bed facility offering excellence in rehabilitation and skilled nursing care in a lovely homelike environment that's NEWLY RENOVATED & UNDER NEW ADMININSTRATION! With a focus on rehabilitation and recovery, our skilled team of therapists and healthcare professionals assist residents in achieving optimal health and well-being. We offer residents the perfect setting to experience a tranquil and peaceful backdrop for rehabilitation. Our mission is to provide high quality care to all with respect and compassion through a team approach that focuses on personalized goals.

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will establish and perform treatment programs for assigned residents.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will upgrade goods as appropriate and physician order recommendations.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will enter billing information in an accurate and timely manner.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will report resident progress in meetings, i.e. Medicare A Meetings. Consult with other members of rehabilitation team to coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities.
• Provide residents with equipment as appropriate & inform Social Services of equipment needs at discharge. Requisitions supplies and equipment.
• Design and construct special equipment for individuals and suggest adaptation of individual’s living environment.
• Lay out materials for individual’s use and return equipment to appropriate place.
• Conduct training programs for other workers/families in occupational therapy techniques and objectives for resident care.
• Chart notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the therapy provided to the residents as well as the resident’s response to the therapy.
• Perform routine documentation as required and in accordance with our established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in resident’s medical record.
• Follow all facility policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

• The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is trained and licensed, meeting the qualifications set forth by the NYS Board of Education and the NYS Rules and Regulation requirements.
• Graduate of an approved Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• Training certification by the AOTCB and current licensure in good standing with the NYS Board of Education.
• One (1) year experience in the skilled nursing facility setting, preferred.
• Experience with MDS, PRI and Comprehensive Care Planning. Entry-level knowledge and professional competency of the practice of occupational therapy as set forth by the NYS Board of Education and the AOTA.
• Candidate will have the physical ability to perform job related duties, which may require lifting, bending, stooping, stretching, pulling and pushing up to 50lbs or more as needed.
• Work well under pressure & willing to work harmoniously with all staff
• Sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and handicapped
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to communicate well verbally with residents, families and staff
• Treat residents and fellow staff with respect, dignity, and compassion
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED ; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 315-339-2220 and ask to speak to the HR Dept. or email us at [email protected]

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