Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA
Status: Full Time & PRN Available
Location
Avamere Rehab of Rogue Valley - 625 Stevens St. Medford, OR 97504
Apply at Teamavamere.com [https://teamavamere.com/]
- Medford is a southern city in Oregon that offers a great vibe with opportunities for hiking, fishing, running, kayaking, and boating.
- The coast is about 2 hours away and there are mountains in sight.
- A university is nearby so it has a university vibe.
- Many arts and music festivals surround this city as well as medical components.
- The weather is milder that other parts of Portland with less rain and more affordable living.
- As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve.
- Avamere provides in-house therapy in our facilities throughout Oregon and Washington.
- Avamere began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care.
- At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members.
- If you are a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant interested in PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.
Reasons to Join Avamere
- In-House Therapy
- Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
- Therapist-Run
- Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
- Manageable Productivity Expectations
- Flexible Schedule Options
- One Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour work week)
- Career Advancement & Development
- New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training
- At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
- 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
- EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
- Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
- Generous employee referral bonus program.
- Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
- Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
Key Responsibilities
- Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
- Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team
- Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements
- Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations
- Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements
- Supports and participates in department operations and development
- Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis
Qualifications
- Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum
- Able to practice unencumbered.
- In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
- Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
- Full knowledge of resident’s rights
- Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.
- CPR certification
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
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