Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

Job description

Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PRN position, Home Health as needed. Supervised by: Staff Occupational Therapist: Job Summary: Works under the direct supervision of occupational therapists to provide physical rehabilitation to injured or diseased patients. Administers treatment plans for patients created by occupational therapists. Assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: - Basic knowledge of physical medicine, occupational therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology. - Basic knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of same. - Demonstrates knowledge of occupational therapy modalities. - Responsible for providing treatment as directed by the Occupational Therapist. Adheres...