Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Outpatient - Kaseman
US-NM-Albuquerque
Careers (External)
Req #: 43966
Type: Part-Time1
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Overview: Presbyterian Kaseman Outpatient is hiring a COTA. In this role you will be under the supervision of an Physical Therapist, the Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) applies a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical, psycho-social, and developmental disorders. Type of Opportunity: Part Time 0.5 FTE 20 hours per week Work Schedule: Weekday Schedule Monday-Friday Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. * Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities * Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) * Shift differentials for nights and weekends * Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles * Malpractice liability insurance * Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department * EPIC electronic charting system Responsibilities: Treats patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of function/occupation and developmental disorders. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients served Oversees and insures a comprehensive rehabilitation program designed to meet the physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and immediate environmental well-being of the patient Promotes patient/caregiver self-determination by optimizing outside resource utilization to achieve the highest level of independence. Coordinates and communicates with various disciplines or services involved in patient care. Coordinates efforts toward discharge goals established at initial evaluation and during episode of care. Is a patient advocate. Other duties as assigned. Settings may include inpatient, outpatient, long term care, community based care Qualifications: Associate Degree Required- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) BLS REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE
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