Home Healthcare - Occupational Therapist Assistant/COTA
US-NM-Albuquerque
Careers (External)
Req #: 47526
Type: Full Time
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Overview: Presbyterian 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: Full Time (1.0 FTE/40 hours per week) Work Schedule: Varied Days and Hours Sign-on bonus & relocation available for qualified candidates. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. * Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities * Strongline 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. Qualifications: Associate Degree Certification for Occupational Therapy Assistant BLS Certification required at time of hire. Current drivers license and auto insurance Home Health Care: One year experience in supervised clinical practice in acute care or rehab setting preferred
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