The Occupational Therapy Assistant will follow the established plan of care to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent physical disabilities, while also preparing clinical and progress notes. This role requires participation in teaching patients and families, as well as involvement in in-service programs and case conferences.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and maintain a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification from NBCOT, along with CPR/BLS certification upon hire. Preferred experience includes one year in healthcare, and the role requires driving a personal vehicle for business purposes frequently.
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Job description
Newport News, Virginia Overview Are you ready to love what you do and love where you work?
At Riverside, you’ll be part of an integrated health system trusted across our communities — a place where your work truly matters.
Our mission drives everything: to care for others as we would care for those we love.
As a COTA, you’ll bring that mission to life every day, helping patients regain independence and confidence while delivering care that reflects The Riverside Care Difference — care that is focused on high reliability in our patient experience and service excellence.
And right now, we’re excited to offer a $7,500 sign‑on bonus for Occupational Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapist Assistants who join our team.
It’s our way of saying: we’re thrilled to have you here!
The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) prepares clinical and progress notes; participates in teaching the patient and family; and participates in in-service programs and case conferences.
Following an evaluation by an Occupational Therapist, the assistant will follow the plan of care and perform COTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.
This position must also be able to follow and adhere to the practices described in the Department Policy and Procedure Manual.
Required to be flexible with daily scheduling and may be required to work various patient care settings.
What you will do Employee's individual productivity measures are satisfactory based on FTE/status and average number of assigned patients in case load.
Completes documentation that supports skilled intervention and adherence to plan of care.
Completes documentation per department policies and procedures.
Follows Plan of care and performs COTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.
Participates positively in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students as needed.
Participates in facility meetings, departmental meetings, in-services, educational programs, and other meetings to include solutions and engagement with resolution processes.
Qualifications Education Associates Degree, Occupational Therapy Assistant (Required) Program Graduate, Occupational Therapy Assistant Program (Required) Experience 1 year Healthcare experience (Preferred) Skills and Abilities Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age, goal, and diagnosis appropriate care.
The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development throughout the life span, be able to assess patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data, and be able to interpret information to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care accordingly per patient care setting.
Licenses and Certifications Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Inc (NBCOT) Upon Hire(Required) CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required) Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the job Valid Drivers License Required To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside.
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