Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Dayshift, PRN

PRN Position, dayshift, 8am-5pm, available 7 days a week PRN Certified Occupational Therapist wanted in the beautiful mountains of NC.This is great opportunity for the new grad or experienced therapist who loves the outdoors. We are Life Care Center of Banner Elk. We are the home to 3 local ski areas mountain biking, hiking trails, Grandfather mountain, local music events, nearby is Appalachian State University, with a host of other musical and cultural events. We offer In-house PT/OT/ST services, for short term rehab, long term setting, or out-patient.The right candidate will have passion for working with the older adult and elderly population, is a self starter, good time management skills, and willingness to do whatever it takes.Please send resume to Elizabeth_Goode@LCCA.com to begin your next step in a successful career.Position SummaryThe 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.Education, Experience, And Licensure RequirementsNBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forwardGraduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to applyCPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job RequirementsParticipates in community health matters/projects as appropriateProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mailLiaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needsDemonstrate good body mechanics at all timesMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsFollow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OTChart appropriately and timelyUtilize therapy software appropriately and accuratelyExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer