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Communicare Inc Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in Cumberland, Maryland

*CommuniCare Rehab,a member of theCommuniCare Family of Companieshas aPRNpositionavailable for aCertifiedOccupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)*atCumberlandHealthcare Center.Our therapists are in-house and members of the CommuniCare family.This is an exciting opportunity making a direct impact throughtherapy.

As aCommuniCare employeeyou will enjoycompetitive wagesandPTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options fromlife and disability planstomedical,dentalandvision coverage, fromquality benefit carriers. We also offer401(k) with employer matchandFlexible Spending Accounts.

*Qualifications:*

  • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) education, obtained in an accredited two-year associate degree program
  • Agree to abide by the NBCOT Practice Standards/Code of Conduct Attain a passing score on the NBCOT certification exam
  • Attain a passing score on the national licensure examination
  • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)
  • Competency in therapy treatment principles, techniques, materials and equipment utilization
  • Knowledge of state and federal accreditation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Good organizational skills
  • Must be able to travel as necessary

*Responsibilities include but are not limited to:*

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for but not limited to the following:

  • Verifies client information by interviewing client; reviewing and/or recording medical history; confirming purpose of treatment
  • Helps clients improve their quality of life by helping them compensate for limitations, such as, helping injured workers improve their motor skills and re-enter the labor force, and teaching persons with learning disabilities to prepare meals or to use public transportation and increase their independence
  • Implements treatment plan through direct treatment and collaboration with Occupational Therapist, education of treatment staff which includes fellow therapists and other members of team involved in the treatment plan.
  • Maintains professional growth and development, by participating in continuing education programs, and other approved learning experiences.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all medical record, facility and rehab related information.
  • Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with facility procedures daily.
  • Attends/Leads interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and make recommendations to other members of the rehab team.
  • Complies with the documentation requirements of the rehab department and facility under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
  • Assists with staff/family training and education when appropriate by formal and informal in-services as well as consultations.
  • Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
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