Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) PRN - Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center

Position:  Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

*NO COVID VACCINATION REQUIREMENT!* *MASKS OPTIONAL*

Benefits of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):

• It Really Pays to Have a Friend! Refer Your Friend (CNA/LPN) and Earn Up to $1000!
• Daily Pay! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!
• Industry Competitive Rates!
• One Location, No Daily Travel
• Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Continuous professional and clinical training

Are you a highly skilled, compassionate Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) looking for a Full Time opportunity? Laurel Lakes offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to improve the quality of life of residents at a large rehab and nursing facility. Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center has the perfect opportunity for YOU!

Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is a 186 bed industry leading Skilled nursing facility with a supportive family environment. Our compassionate rehab teams are led by an experienced Director of Rehabilitation. Rehabilitation Techs are utilized to assist therapists with resident transport and administrative functions.

The rehab department utilizes Optima Therapy for billing and documentation to assist therapists with daily efficiency where quality care remains the primary focus of each therapist. The facility has a 7-day a week, In-House comprehensive rehabilitation program that is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team. Our rehab positions are stable and secure at one location.

Responsibilities of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):

• Your primary focus will be to assist in the planning, organizing, developing, and delivering of Occupational Therapy Services in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, to ensure the highest degree of quality resident is continuously maintained.
• Providing individual therapy services to residents according to the care plans.
• Assisting in resident assessment activities as needed
• Assisting as needed in developing therapy plans for individual residents in conjunction with MDS.
• Keeping the Therapist informed of any need to adjust therapy plans to match or support resident care plan goals.
• Briefing residents in procedures involved in occupational therapy and preparing necessary equipment.
• Participating in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc.
• Interviewing residents and family members, as necessary.
• Coordinating therapy appointments with other departments.
• Following therapy department safety standards.
• Maintaining the care and use of supplies, equipment, and appearance of the therapy area.

Requirements of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA):

• An associate degree from an accredited college or university for COTA is required.
• A minimum of one year of related experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility or other related medical facility is required, as is the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. New Grads will be considered.
• The successful candidate will also demonstrate patience, courtesy, excellent customer service skills, dependability, attention to detail and flexibility.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) drive our daily activities with all we interact with.

Take pride in your career and join an organization where your talents will shine! Apply Today!

Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.