Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Neuro Restorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

In the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant role, you will help by administering occupational therapy treatment to program participants according to a program plan developed by a licensed occupational therapist.

• Assure all program participants receive scheduled occupational therapy treatments and document therapy sessions.
• Perform active, passive and/or resistive therapeutic exercises and general therapy principles on program participants.
• Demonstrate knowledge of indications and contraindications of heating modalities and techniques.
• Fabricate appropriate splints under instruction of an occupational therapist and instruct program participants in splint wear and care.
• Train program participants in homebound and community settings, including endurance training.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of occupational therapy equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
• Confer with staff members and other health care team members to exchange, discuss and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment programs; participate in treatment planning with a trans-disciplinary team as requested. Adhere to ethics of confidentiality.
• Take inventory of current occupational therapy equipment and coordinate with the department regarding current status and future needs; request supplies as needed.
• Maintain or check daily billing logs for program participants.
• Follow daily scheduling patterns, communicate with staff, and adjust schedules as needed for flexibility.

• High School Diploma and graduation from an accredited COTA program with an A.A.S. in OT
• Two years experience in neuro-rehabilitation preferred
• Licensed as COTA/L in the state.
• Heavy work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Full, Part-time, and as-needed schedules available
• Paid Time Off and health benefits for full-time employees
• Paid training and holiday pay
• Career development and advancement opportunities across a nationwide network
• Collaborate with co-workers and see your impact on the lives of those we serve
• Engage in meaningful work that makes a difference
• Stability and secure work opportunities through funding from Federal and State payers

We have meaningful work for you – come join our team. Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life and we provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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