Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Company: Bridgeview Estates
Location: Twin Falls
Posted on: May 5, 2025
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Job Description:
Bridgeview Estates is situated in Twin Falls, Idaho, a city
known for its stunning natural landscapes, including the famous
Shoshone Fallsoften called the 'Niagara of the West.' Residents
enjoy outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, fishing,
and kayaking in the Snake River Canyon. Twin Falls offers a
friendly community atmosphere with modern amenities.Bridgeview
Estates was named one of U.S. News World Reports 2025 Best Nursing
Homes.Bridgeview Estates is an in-house therapy program in a
collaborative team environment with reasonable efficiency standards
that empower our therapists to create high quality outcomes for our
patients and residents. We are seeking a PRN Certified Occupational
Therapy Assistant to join our team.We offer:* Mentorship programs
available - new grads welcome* Continuing education and growth
opportunities* Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26
states* In-house rehab programs with empowering work
environmentsFor the 3rd year in a row - Bridgeview Estates has
joined U.S. News World Report's 2024 Best Nursing Home list! This
is an accomplishment we would love to share with you - come join
us!:Position Summary:The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist
Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to
patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a
licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all
applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education,
Experience, and Licensure Requirements:* NBCOT certified upon hire,
but renewal is optional going forward* Graduate of an accredited
program in occupational therapy (ASOT)* Currently
registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active
license in good standing throughout employment.* One (1) year
experience in post acute care or related setting preferred* CPR
certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR
certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job
Requirements:* Participates in community health matters/projects as
appropriate* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail*
Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to
adequately plan for patient needs* Demonstrate good body mechanics
at all times* Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
such action* Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as
the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the
post acute care facility* Implement and interpret the programs,
goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department*
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not
limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation* Maintains
professional working relationships with all associates, vendors,
etc.* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or
confidential information* Understand and follow company policies
including harassment and compliance procedures* Displays integrity
and professionalism by adhering to Life Cares Code of Conduct and
completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate
compliance trainingEssential Functions:* Follow occupational
treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising
OT* Chart appropriately and timely* Utilize therapy software
appropriately and accurately* Exhibit excellent customer service
and a positive attitude towards patients* Assist in the evacuation
of patients* Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance*
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment* Communicate
and function productively on an interdisciplinary team* Sit, stand,
bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently
during working hours* Read, write, speak, and understand the
English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employerby Jobble
Keywords: Bridgeview Estates, Twin Falls , Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Healthcare , Twin Falls, Idaho
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