PRN CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (COTA)

　　CommuniCare Rehab , a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a PRN position available for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Anchorage Healthcare Center . Our therapists are in-house and members of the CommuniCare family . This is an exciting opportunity making a direct impact through therapy.

　　As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans . We offer full time employees 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

　　Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)

　　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

　　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.

　　Maintains 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.

　　Complies with the documentation requirements of the rehab department and facility under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

　　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.

　　Job Requisition:

　　R-0000071012