Riverside Health

Non-profit integrated health system delivering care

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Rehabilitation TherapiesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeMathews, VA, USA$28.90 - $39.78 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant is required.
Graduation from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program is required.
A current Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy is required.
CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute is required.

Responsibilities

Follow the plan of care and perform COTA procedures allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.
Perform services planned, delegated, and supervised by the Therapist.
Prepare treatment areas, including setting up equipment, and clean treatment areas and equipment.
Assist with and participate in training and supporting team members, volunteers, and students.
Record patients' progress and report the results of each treatment to the Occupational Therapist.
Assist in evaluating patients' daily living skills and capacities to determine the extent of their abilities and limitations.
Assess patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data, interpret information, identify age-specific needs, and provide care accordingly.
Provide patient education on interventions.

Desired Qualifications

One year of Occupational Therapy experience is preferred.

Mathews, Virginia

Hiring Range

$28.90 - $39.78/Hourly
Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.
Overview
Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) carries out an individualized program for patient with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. Maintains a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

What you will do

Follows the plan of care and performs COTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. Perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Therapist.
Prepares treatment areas to include setting up equipment. Cleans treatment areas and equipment.
Assists and participates in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
Records patients' progress and reports the results of each treatment to the Occupational Therapist.
Assists in the evaluation of patients' daily living skills and capacities to determine extent of abilities and limitations. Assesses patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data and interprets information, identifying age-specific needs and proving care accordingly.
Provides patient education on interventions.

Qualifications

Education

Associates Degree, Occupational Therapy Assistant (Required)
Program Graduate, Occupational Therapy Assistant (Required)

Experience

1 year Occupational Therapy (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Inc (NBCOT) (Required)
CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) (Required)
Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Inc (NBCOT) (Required)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.

About the Company

Riverside Health

Non-profit integrated health system delivering care

Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated network of hospitals, physicians, continuing care facilities, and wellness centers that provides comprehensive health care services to people in eastern Virginia. Its model combines hospital care, outpatient services, and long-term care under one system to coordinate care across facilities. It operates using community-based clinics and hospitals to deliver high-quality care with a focus on accessibility and care continuity, rather than profit. Riverside's goal is to improve community health by offering coordinated, accountable health services through a regional network founded in 1915.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Newport News, VA
Founded: 1915

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