Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Acute care- Southside M at Bon Secours Health System

, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Therapeutic Interventions, Patient Monitoring, Documentation, Patient Education, Collaboration, Discharge Planning, Problem Solving, Productivity, Accountability, Team Environment, BLS Certification, Acute Care Experience, Adult Population Experience, Geriatric Population Experience, Ethical Standards, Performance Improvement, Continuing Need For Treatment

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities. Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Acute care Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, VA PRN (as needed) Two weekend days per month plus at least one holiday per year (Saturday and/or Sunday; 7AM - 3PM), flat rate Please note: Prior acute care experience highly preferred Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The incumbent shall be responsible for providing, under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, therapeutic interventions in a team environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to performance improvement activities as applicable, problem solving, and productivity. Employment Qualifications The incumbent shall be a graduate of an AOTA approved Associate’s degree program or shall have completed equivalent training and hold an applicable and current state license or certification to practice. Experience working with adult and geriatric populations is desirable. Experience working in the acute care setting is desirable however is not required Current BLS certification required or obtained within ninety days of completing new employee orientation. Essential Job Functions Clinical Area Provide age appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Occupational Therapist. Monitor patient response to treatment. Document the course of patient care in the electronic medical record including progress made and continuing need for treatment. Provide patient and family education on tasks and resources that support continued functional independence and document same in the electronic medical record. Collaborate with the Occupational Therapist to develop new methods of delivering education to patients and family. Participate in discharge planning as part of the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

The incumbent is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions under the direction of an Occupational Therapist and monitoring patient responses to treatment. They also document patient care in the electronic medical record and participate in discharge planning as part of the interdisciplinary team.