COTA FT

Richwood Nursing & Rehab is looking for a Full Time Occupational Therapist Assistant / COTA to join our Team.
(Located in Oldham County, LaGrange - Exit 22 From Hwy 71 - Cherrywood Subdivision)

As a Occupational Therapist Assistant, you are to evaluate and assist the Staff Occupational Therapist with Residents throughout the facility.

To communicate with Families, Physicians and other Health team members regarding patient progress, issue and plans.

To maintain documentation of services.

To complete tasks as may be required by the Director of Therapy to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

We offer an exceptional benefits package designed to enhance your well-being and support your lifestyle:


* Health Coverage: Medical Dental & Vision


* PTO and Holidays: Sick, Vacation & 7 paid Holidays (includes your Birthday)


* Financial Wellness: Health Saving (HSA) & Flexible Spending (FSA) Accounts


* Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with company match


* Support When You Need It : Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Working with us at Richwood Nursing & Rehab is more than a job—it's a daily opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Essential Duties


* Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.


* Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.


* Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.


* Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.


* Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.


* Communicates routinely with the supervising occupational therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.


* Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.


* Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.


* Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.


* Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.


* Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.


* Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.


* Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Associate Degree from an accred...