Occupational Therapist Assistant/COTA - Inpatient

Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Rio Rancho
Posted on: March 29, 2025

Job Description:

Occupational Therapist Assistant/COTA - Inpatient at Presbyterian Healthcare Services summary:
The Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to apply therapeutic interventions for the rehabilitation of patients with physical, psycho-social, and developmental disorders. This full-time position involves treating patients, overseeing comprehensive rehabilitation programs, promoting self-determination, and coordinating care with various disciplines. The COTA also plays a crucial role in patient advocacy and ensures the well-being of patients throughout the rehabilitation process.
Overview: Presbyterian Outpatient is hiring a COTA. - In this role you will be under the supervision of an Physical Therapist, the Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) applies a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical, psycho-social, and developmental disorders. -Type of Opportunity: Full Time (1.0 FTE/40 hours per week) -Work Schedule: Days -Sign-on bonus & relocation available for qualified candidates. -How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunitiesStrongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)Shift differentials for nights and weekendsDifferentials for higher education, certifications and various lead rolesMalpractice liability insuranceLoan forgiveness through the -EPIC electronic charting system - Interested in learning more?: Text 505.388.0350 or schedule directly with me by clicking ! - Qualifications: Associate DegreeCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant -BLS REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE - Responsibilities: Treats patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of function/occupation and developmental disorders. -Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients served -Oversees and insures a comprehensive rehabilitation program designed to meet the physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and immediate environmental well-being of the patient -Promotes patient/caregiver self-determination by optimizing outside resource utilization to achieve the highest level of independence. -Coordinates and communicates with various disciplines or services involved in patient care. -Coordinates efforts toward discharge goals established at initial evaluation and during episode of care. -Is a patient advocate. -Other duties as assigned. -Settings may include inpatient, outpatient, long term care, community based care Benefits: We're all about well-being, starting with yours.Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. - -Presbyterian is committed to an - -environment where everyone is valued and empowered for success. We believe that our environment should reflect the diversity of our community.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. -AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses. Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $32.17/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer: The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

Keywords:
Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA, rehabilitation, therapeutic interventions, patient care, healthcare, assisted therapy, physical therapy, patient advocacy, community-based care

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