Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Acute Care

• Assignment Category: Full Time

Responsibilities

General Functions:

• Performs selected tests and measurements in consultation with the therapist
• Interprets the evaluation for frequently referred diagnosis, asking questions when necessary and seeking guidance concerning more complex situations
• Reviews patient chart and progress prior to treatment and modifies the treatment accordingly within parameters of the treatment plan
• Instructs and involves patient, family, and nursing staff in patient’s progress and discharge plans making appropriate discharge recommendations to the therapist and attends appropriate meetings
• Uses appropriate modalities and procedures demonstrating understanding of the therapist’s selection and asking for clarification as necessary
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, demonstrating knowledge of principles of growth and development over the lifespan
• Maintains documentation on all treatments
• Assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use
• Provides in-service to staff
• Organizes schedule to reflect patient priorities and needs of other staff
• Delegates responsibility to supportive personnel
• Provides clinical education for COTA students
• Informs supervisor of incidents, accidents, equipment failure or unusual physician or patient
• problems immediately
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Associates Degree in Occupational Therapist Assistant. Active U.S. military service members or veterans with any military service, training or education verified and credited by an accredited COTA program is acceptable.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: No previous work experience needed.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Previous COTA experience in inpatient/outpatient setting

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas State license

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): BLS-Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network.

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About Us

Baptist Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Baptist Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status