Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA
Company: Aegis therapies
Location: Malden
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Aegis Therapies - is one of the nation's leading providers of
rehabilitation and wellness services. We offer short-term and
long-term therapy services in over 1,100 locations in 36
states.Aegis specializes in providing services that adapt to each
individual's needs, using leading-edge technology and innovation to
help restore strength and confidence after illness, injury or
surgery. More importantly we help individuals return to the
activities they love.When you join our team, you will always be a
step ahead of the latest technologies and industry standards while
building your professional skills and reaching your most ambitious
goals - whether in a home health setting, outpatient, occupational,
physical or speech therapy, medially oriented gyms or office
support.GENERAL PURPOSETo assist in the treatment of patients as
directed by the Occupational Therapist and participate as an active
member of treatment location's rehabilitation teamESSENTIAL JOB
DUTIESProvides treatment to patients as directed by the
Occupational TherapistInstructs families and staff in maintenance
programs as directed by the Occupational TherapistCommunicates with
supervisor and other interdisciplinary team members regarding
patient progress, problems, and plansParticipates in patient-care
conferences and weekly rehabilitation meetingsParticipates in
treatment location in-service training programsRemains
knowledgeable of state practice acts and ensures the level of
supervision they receive meets standards. Does not provide
treatment outside of practice act limitsAssists with cleaning and
maintenance of treatment area and departmentDocuments patient care
services by charting in patient and department records according to
accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines. Records
daily treatment charges per corporate procedures. Documentation
will be completed using a company furnished hand held electronic
device (i.e. Ipad).Protects patients and employees by adhering to
treatment location infection control policies and protocols and
keeping information confidential per company and federal
requirements. Maintains safe and clean working environment by
complying with treatment location and department procedures, rules
and regulations.Ensures proper operation of equipment by complying
with company procedures and following manufacturer's
instructionsProvides services in multiple settings (including
skilled nursing, assisted living, patient homes, and outpatient) as
determined by supervisor and patient/resident need including
community based services such as home health and wellness
activities as requiredQUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or
equivalentGraduate from an Occupational Therapy Assistant
programCurrent licensure as Occupational Therapy Assistant in state
of practice and/or nationally certifiedMeets educational
requirements established in the state of practiceCurrent CPR
certification, preferredAbility to travel within 50 minutes of your
assigned primary building(s) as neededMust be capable of
maintaining regular attendanceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES &
BEHAVIORSAbility to communicate in English, both verbally and in
writingGood problem-solving skillsGood computer skills including
use of desktop computers and handheld devices with ability to learn
company or customer systemsMust be able to maintain confidentiality
regarding patient, employee and company proprietary informationMust
have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work
cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all
levelsPHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS Mobility, standing,
pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, walking, heavy lifting, fine
hand coordination, ability to hear, ability to read and write,
ability to detect odors, and ability to remain calm under
stress.Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication
with patients, staff, family, visitors, etc.Vision (corrected)
adequate for reading.Intelligible speech and normal language /
cognitive skills.Must be able to push patients in a wheelchair or
stretchers.*Lifting of patients*, equipment or supplies will be
required up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally
and up to 100 pounds rarely.Sitting, standing, and walking required
throughout the day.Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs,
kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling and
reaching overhead.Must be able to transfer patients.*Must be able
to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients
/ caregivers.Work in a fast-paced clinical environment.Weekend and
holiday work may be required.Work environment is primarily indoors
but occasionally outdoors.* Several task and job duties involve a
risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and other potentially
infectious materials (OPIM).EEO Statement: Aegis Therapies and its
Family of Companies ("the Company") is committed to a diverse
workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For detailed
information on your rights, click here. In order to ensure
reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans
with Disabilities Act, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and
the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act, applicants that require
accommodation in the job application process may contact our Human
Resources Service Center at 1-877-858-9013 or via email at
employment@aegistherapies.com for assistance. The affirmative
action plan will be made available for applicants to review. Please
contact the location leader to schedule. Qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law. Drug-Free Workplace. Click here to
view our Pay Transparency Non Discrimination Provision. Click here:
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Keywords: Aegis therapies, Malden , Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA, Other , Malden, Massachusetts
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