Job Description
Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.
Are you a dedicated and compassionate clinician seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Look no further! Our brand new state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Harker Heights, TX is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be a vital part of our team.
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What We Offer: Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!
Competitive Compensation
401k Matching
Professional Development Opportunities
Health and Wellness Programs
Career Advancement
Inclusive and Supportive Culture
Work Life Balance
Employee Recognition Program
Our passionate and team focused Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants (COTAs) are responsible for providing rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist. They monitor the patient's program and records patient's progress for the Occupational Therapist. This position fulfills these responsibilities while integrating company values into daily practice.
This position is PRN and will work as needed - weekend day shifts.
Job Duties include, but are not limited to:
Assists Occupational Therapist in determining patient abilities and/or limitations in establishing treatment goals and in planning appropriate occupational therapy treatment.
Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, completes documentation of patient status/progress for assigned patients. Reports observation of patient performance to Occupational Therapist.
Provides age-related and culturally sensitive delivery of patient care services.
Collaborates with the patient, team members, and area staff during the rehabilitation process to ensure quality care. Coordinates with interdisciplinary team on patient needs, treatment modifications, and progress.
Assists in safe and efficient management and maintenance of the therapy program areas, equipment and supplies. Adheres to treatment and safety precautions, including emergency response.
May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
Requirements for consideration:
While recent graduates are welcome to apply, 1 year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.
Must possess current state licensure as a COTA in good standing at the time of hire
Basic Life Support/CPR required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards.
Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.
Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:
A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods.
Both gross and precise motor functions.
Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.
Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.
Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
We value our employee’s skills, talents and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are valued, treated with dignity, respected, provided educational and training opportunities recognized and rewarded. These values are included in our competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits.
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Job Tags
Relief, Shift work, Day shift,