Job Description

Position Summary

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The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

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Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

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- NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
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- Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
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- Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
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- One (1) year experience preferred; current grads welcome to apply
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- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
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Specific Job Requirements

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- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
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- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
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- Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
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- Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
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- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
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- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
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- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies,



and procedures of the department
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- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
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- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
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- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
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- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
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- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care'sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training
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Essential Functions

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- Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
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- Chart appropriately and timely
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- Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
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- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
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- Assist in the evacuation of patients
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- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
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- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
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- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
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- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
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- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
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An Equal Opportunity Employer

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📌 Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) (Scottsdale)
🏢 Life Care Centers of America
📍 Scottsdale