Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant jobs in District of Columbia

Come make a difference with Transitional Care Center as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) today!

Transitional Care Center Capitol City strives to be the leader in post-acute care with skilled nursing and rehabilitation at the heart of care. Our goal is to provide personalized care to help every individual reach their maximum potential in an encouraging, positive, and dignified environment. Learn more about our facility by visiting www.transitionalcarecenterdc.com.

As an Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA),at the direction of the Occupational Therapist and/or the Director of Rehabilitation Services, your primary purpose is to be responsible for direct resident care by administering the therapy outlined in the plan of care to assist the resident to develop or regain functioning to perform activities of daily living.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for direct resident care by administering the therapy outlined in the plan of care to assist the resident to develop or regain functioning to perform activities of daily living.
• Administration of occupational therapy treatments to residents as outlined by the physician’s orders and the plan of care established by the Occupational Therapist.
• Reports information related to the Occupational Therapist regarding the resident’s progress, complications and/or response to treatment.
• Assist the Occupational Therapist in performing procedures, tests, and complex treatments to ensure the safe and effective evaluation and treatment of residents.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility and physician-related information.
• Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with procedures on a daily basis.
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team.
• Attends and participates in family meetings as appropriate.
• Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation Department and the facility
• Expected to meet productivity standards as established by the Director of Rehabilitation Services.
• Attend in-service/educational programs in accordance with Company and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to push/pull equipment weighing in excess of 50 pounds using proper techniques and with assistance as necessary. Be able to sit, bend, and stoop. Stand and/or walk for six (6) hours or more daily. Must be able to sit and keyboard/use the computer for two(2) hours per day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the District of Columbia in good standing
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and Outlook. Point Click Care experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Paid vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Developmental opportunities
• 401K with company match

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time