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Job description
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
The Center at Tucson is looking to hire a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant now!
Shift Availability: PRN days
Pay: $35/hourly
The primary purpose of a Certified Occupational Therapists Assistant is to plan, organize, develop and direct our facility's Physical/Occupational Therapy Services in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines, regulations to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be maintained at all times.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning therapy services-to include patients and family
Assist in developing, implementing and coordinating patient care plans for individual patients in coordination and conjunction with the patients assessment
Brief patient of procedures involved in physical therapy and prepare necessary equipment-reassure patient before and during therapy treatment
Determine proper equipment usage, application and body position, make adjustments when necessary in the administration of physical therapy treatments
Recommend modifications of changes in the patient's therapy program based on evaluation of progress
Ensure that all therapy notes are informative, descriptive and follow Company's policy and procedures
About Us
The Center at Tucson is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patient's transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.
Why Join Our Team?
We offer beautiful, new, state of the art facilities
Physician driven care plans designed to maximize the quality of care
We offer an environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideas
Tuition Reimbursement Programs may be available for qualified candidates
Excellent pay
PTO
401k matching
Medical, dental, vision, along with the other ancillary benefits
Qualifications
Education, licensure, certifications, and experience:
Must possess a current and valid fingerprint clearance card (FPCC).
Must possess a current and valid Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license.
Must possess a current and valid CPR certification.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
1 years' experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.
Other Job Requirements:
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to tactfully work with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
Must be knowledgeable of HIPAA compliance and requirements, and have the ability to maintain highly confidential information.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Worksite address
tucson, AZ, 85718, US
Who can apply
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