About this opportunity
UnityPoint Health lists this Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA (PRN) opportunity in anamosa, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA). Working under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist, you will deliver therapeutic interventions that support meaningful daily activities and functional goals across a variety of care settings. This role offers the opportunity to build strong patient relationships, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and make a lasting impact through compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting positive outcomes throughout the lifespan.
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:
Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities Partner with Occupational Therapists to provide individualized, evidence-based interventions that help patients improve function, independence, and participation in meaningful daily activities.
Educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and collaborate to optimize outcomes.
Maintain accurate documentation and billing, participate in care conferences, communicate effectively with the supervising OT and interdisciplinary team, and ensure compliance with regulatory, payer, and organizational requirements.
Support a culture of excellence through quality improvement initiatives, clinical supervision of support staff, professional development, and participation in team meetings, education, and program enhancement activities that elevate the patient's experience and care delivery.
Qualifications
Education: Meets the educational requirements necessary to obtain a professional license as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant required.
Experience: Prior work as a COTA in practice area preferred.
License(s)/Certification(s): Holds a current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist Assistant required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
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Worksite address
anamosa, IA, 52205, US
Who can apply
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