Occupational Therapy Assistant

Description

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team at 1019 Vermillion Place, a senior living community in Anderson, Indiana.

This is a great opportunity for a COTA who enjoys working with older adults and is passionate about helping residents maintain and improve their independence, safety, and functional abilities. This opportunity offers the flexibility of PRN scheduling while providing the consistency of an ongoing caseload and a predictable schedule that works with your availability.

Why Join Vertis Therapy?

• Therapist-owned and operated, led by clinicians who understand the profession firsthand and are committed to supporting the therapists on our team
• Competitive compensation that recognizes your experience and clinical expertise
• Flexible PRN scheduling that works with your availability
• Work with older adults in a supportive senior living environment
• Collaborative relationship with an interdisciplinary team
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

What You’ll Do

Treatment
Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Follow individualized treatment plans to help residents improve independence, safety, functional abilities, and quality of life.

Documentation
Complete timely and accurate documentation of treatments provided, resident response to treatment, and progress toward established goals.

Team Collaboration
Communicate regularly with the Occupational Therapist and collaborate with nursing, facility staff, residents, and families regarding resident progress, functional status, and changing needs.

Professional Development
Participate in team development meetings and take advantage of opportunities to continue growing your clinical skills.

Requirements

Education: Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

Certification: Current certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Licensure: Valid Indiana Occupational Therapy Assistant license or eligibility.

Clinical Skills: Strong treatment skills with the ability to follow and implement individualized treatment plans under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Experience or interest in geriatric care, activities of daily living, functional mobility, and safety is encouraged.

Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.

Technology: Computer proficiency and ability to document in an electronic medical record system.

Physical Requirements: Ability to assist residents as needed and perform physical tasks related to therapy, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and moving throughout the facility.

Make a Difference with Vertis Therapy

If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can build relationships with residents, provide meaningful clinical care, and be part of a company that understands the therapist experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Vertis Therapy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vertis Therapy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.