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Polaris Rehab & Care Center is seeking a PRN COTA for in house therapy. We are looking for a committed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to act as the patient's partner throughout the journey of restoring motion and ensuring that the client will function at their personal best. Unique in-house rehab PRN opportunity!
Our staff has set an excellent standard of care and we want YOU to be the next superstar on a roster of some of the best healthcare employees in the state! We are looking for a motivated, reliable and enthusiastic therapist to join our AMAZING team! If you are looking for a facility where you will be appreciated DAILY, be provided with the training, resources and supplies needed to do your job, and where you can let your skills shine, this is the place for YOU!
Responsibilities
- Identify and meet patients' goals and needs
- Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients' ADLs and IADLs
- Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
- Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
- Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients' specific needs
- Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
- Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
- Promote clients' healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
- Consult and practice with other health professionals
- Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress
- Document patient care services
Skills
- Proven work experience/background as a COTA
- Intensive education and clinical expertise
- Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
- Current knowledge of treatment practices
- Drive to continually learn and grow
- Professional behavior
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Valid license to practice as a COTA
- Associates Degree for assistant position
Join the team today! New Grads welcome!
