CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT /COTA - Vantage at Wakefield

Vantage at Wakefield Healthcare & Rehab!!

COTA -Full time

We are seeking talented individuals to join our dynamic team atVantage At Wakefield. As we continue to grow and expand, we are looking for passionate and skilled professionals who are eager to make a meaningful impact!

We hope to hear from you!

Come work with a great team!

VANTAGE AT Wakefield

1 Bathol Street 

 Phone: 781-245-7600

Great Team!!!

Excellent benefits!

• Vacation
• Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision

POSITION PURPOSE: To assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the

supervision of licensed therapists.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a

licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.

• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.

• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional

association.

• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing,

certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements.

• Supports and participates in department operations and development.

• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.

ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.

• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with Supervisor.

• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.

• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.

• Attends required meetings as designed by the Director of Rehab and/or Supervisor.

• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients' response to treatment plan.

• Provides constructive feedback to rehab aides.

• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.

• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.

• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.

• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum.

• Able to practice unencumbered.

• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.

• Full knowledge of resident's rights.

• Exudes professionalism in presentation.

• Ability to multitask.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.

• CPR certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

• Must be able to lift over 100 pounds with assistance according to the resident's abilities.

• Must be able to sit and walk for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to travel to reach assigned destination in a reasonable time frame.

• Must be able to bend, squat, push, stoop, and pull as needed especially in fulfilling patient care

activities.

• Must be able to meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility,

including undergoing physical examination.

Vantage Health Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence and not influenced or affected by race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, marital status, military status, veterans’ status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.