Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Position Summary

Under the occupational therapist's direct supervision, the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant treats patients according to a treatment plan approved by the attending physician and/or Occupational Therapists and participates in patient care conferences.

• Knowledgeable of normal standards during treatment and appropriately reports abnormalities in a timely manner.
• Ensures that any change in patient condition or unusual circumstances is reported immediately to the charge nurse.
• Recognizes and communicates cardiopulmonary arrest or other emergency situations and initiates basic life support when appropriate.
• Practices correct isolation techniques to maintain a safe environment to control the spread of infection.
• Maintains the cleanliness of utilized instruments and equipment per hospital policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of occupational therapy equipment utilized in different procedures, for example, traction, ultrasound, whirlpool, etc.
• Utilizes resources appropriately and uses and maintains equipment in order to prolong working life.
• Completes all required documentation of patient care according to accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines.
• Resolves conflicts, with assistance from OT or Director of Clinical Service, areas of concern or conflict with patient's families and/or co-workers in a professional, proactive and courteous manner.
• Accepts direction from supervisors and other management team members in a positive and professional manner.
• Communicates with the Occupational Therapist, Director of Clinical Services, physicians and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
• Participates as necessary in patient care conferences.
• Participates in In-Service Training Programs.
• Participates in discharge planning.
• Establish and instruct caregivers in patient specific maintenance programs.
• Secure necessary durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment for patients to facilitate independence.
• Treats patients according to treatment plan established by OT and approved by the physician.
• Records daily treatments and charges with respect to department policy.
• Communicates with the Director of Rehabilitation regarding department programs, goals, objectives, problems and successes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association accredited school of COTA.

• Preferred six (6) months experience working in a hospital/rehabilitation setting.

• Current Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in the State of Practice.
• Certified in BLS.