About this opportunity
UnityPoint Health lists this Certified Occupational Therapy Asst opportunity in dubuque, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
nnArea of Interest: Therapy
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nnFTE/Hours per pay period: .01
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nnDepartment: Occupational Therapy
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nnShift: PRN, as needed.
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n nOverview
nHelp 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.
nWhy UnityPoint Health?
nAt 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.
nOur 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:
nnnExpect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .
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nnDental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
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nnEarly access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .
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n nWith 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.
nAnd, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
nFind a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
nResponsibilities
nnnPartner with Occupational Therapists to provide individualized, evidence-based interventions that help patients improve function, independence, and participation in meaningful daily activities.
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nnEducate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and collaborate to optimize outcomes.
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nnMaintain 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.
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nnSupport 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.
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n nQualifications
nEducation:
nnMeets the educational requirements necessary to obtain a professional license as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant required .
n nExperience:
nnPrior work as a COTA in practice area preferred.
n nLicense(s)/Certification(s):
nnnHolds a current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist Assistant required .
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nnBasic Life Support (BCLS) required .
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Worksite address
dubuque, IA, 52001, US
Who can apply
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