Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Company: Allison Pointe Healthcare Center
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Allison Pointe Healthcare Center - Full Time CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANTCommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a Full Time position available for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at -Allison Pointe Healthcare Center. -Our therapists are in-house and members of the CommuniCare family.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Verifies client information by interviewing client; reviewing and/or recording medical history; confirming purpose of treatment
• Helps clients improve their quality of life by helping them compensate for limitations, such as, helping injured workers improve their motor skills and re-enter the labor force, and teaching persons with learning disabilities to prepare meals or to use public transportation and increase their independence
• Implements treatment plan through direct treatment and collaboration with Occupational Therapist, education of treatment staff which includes fellow therapists and other members of team involved in the treatment plan.
• Receive necessary supervision from the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain professional growth and development, by participating in continuing education programs, and other approved learning experiences.
• Maintains confidentiality of all medical record, facility and rehab related information.
• Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with facility procedures daily.
• Attends/Leads interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and make recommendations to other members of the rehab team.
• Attends and participates in family meeting when appropriate.
• Complies with the documentation requirements of the rehab department and facility.
• Assists with staff/family training and education when appropriate by formal and informal in-services as well as consultations.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Reviews and adheres to the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and CommuniCare Rehab.IncAs a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer you a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental and vision coverage, from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.Qualifications: -
  • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) education, obtained in an accredited two-year associate degree program
  • Agree to abide by the NBCOT Practice Standards/Code of Conduct Attain a passing score on the NBCOT certification exam
  • Attain a passing score on the national licensure examination
  • Holds a current state license/certification
  • Competency in therapy treatment principles, techniques, materials and equipment utilization
  • Knowledge of state and federal accreditation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Good organizational skills
  • Must be able to travel as necessary

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