Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (cota) - Palm Valley Post Acute
Arbor Post Acute
Not specified
Treat patients per physician treatment plan
Record daily and weekly progress notes
Train restorative aides and nursing staff
Arbor Post Acute is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patient care activities under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role involves providing direct patient treatment, documenting progress, and assisting with patient discharge planning, while ensuring compliance with state practice regulations
Job Summary
The Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient-related activities and direct patient care.
Employees must record evaluations, daily treatment notes, and weekly progress notes per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act requirements.
The role involves instructing patient families and nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training prior to discharge.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
Arbor Post Acute is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patient care activities under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role involves providing direct patient treatment, documenting progress, and assisting with patient discharge planning, while ensuring compliance with state practice regulations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Treat patients per physician treatment plan
Record daily and weekly progress notes
Train restorative aides and nursing staff
Participate in discharge planning activities
Maintain equipment and clean treatment area
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with families
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Effective communication with health team members
Key Requirements
Licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state
Maintain license in good standing with state board
Meet continuing education requirements per state practices