Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant/COTA

Status: Full-time

Wage: $35-$45/hourly DOE

Location: Avamere Rehab of Shoreline - 1250 NE 145th St, Shoreline, WA

Apply today: www.teamavamere.com

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Communicates with patient, 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.

ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.

• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with Supervisor.

• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.

• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.

• Attends required meetings as designed by the Director of Rehab and/or Supervisor.

• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients' response to treatment plan.

• Provides constructive feedback to rehab aides.

• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.

• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.

• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.

• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.

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.

• Exudes professionalism in presentation.

• Ability to multitask.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.

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: Full-time, PRN
• Career Advancement & Development
• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

Benefits:

• 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.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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