Occupational Therapy Assistant Part Time at Community Health System

Oro Valley, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Patient Care, Rehabilitation, Documentation, Communication, Therapeutic Interventions, Team Collaboration, Basic Life Support, Patient Assessment, Safety Protocols, Activity-Based Therapy, Progress Monitoring, Care Planning, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Technical Proficiency, Organizational Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Why You’ll Love Working Here! * My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs * My Future – PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement * My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance * Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more! Job Summary The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides rehabilitative services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR), assisting patients in achieving functional goals related to daily living and mobility. This role supports treatment planning by implementing prescribed therapeutic interventions, observing and reporting patient progress, and contributing to the continuity of care in alignment with individualized care plans and regulatory standards. Schedule: Part Time, Days Qualifications * 0-1 years of experience in healthcare with adults, geriatrics, or individuals with physical disabilities required * 1-2 years of clinical experience in an inpatient, outpatient, or skilled nursing setting preferred Licenses and Certifications * COTA - Occupational Therapy Assistant – Certified in state of employment required * BCLS - Basic Life Support required Essential Functions * Administers occupational therapy treatment programs as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist, in accordance with individualized patient care plans and established standards. * Observes patient response to treatment, reports changes in condition, and makes recommendations to the supervising therapist for potential treatment plan modifications. * Conducts group or individual activity-based therapy sessions designed to support or maintain function, within the defined scope of practice for COTAs. * Documents treatments provided, patient response, and relevant observations in the medical record; ensures co-signature of progress notes by supervising Occupational Therapist as required. * Maintains effective communication with supervising therapists, rehabilitation team members, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers to support coordinated care. * Ensures treatment areas and equipment are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe manner; reports any safety concerns or equipment issues promptly. * Demonstrates understanding of therapeutic precautions, contraindications, and age-specific needs when administering care. * Attends interdisciplinary team meetings, contributes to patient care discussions, and supports performance improvement initiatives. * Demonstrates proficiency in required technical and documentation systems, including electronic health records and therapy documentation software. * Performs other duties as assigned.

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Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides rehabilitative services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, assisting patients in achieving functional goals. This role includes administering treatment programs, observing patient progress, and maintaining effective communication with the healthcare team.