Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA
Job Description
Job Description
The SNF Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides skilled rehabilitative care to patients in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting. This role supports occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and implementing individual treatment plans under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
- Provide direct therapeutic interventions to patients to improve or maintain their functional abilities.
- Document patient progress and communicate changes to the supervising therapist.
- Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and adaptive equipment use.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Maintain compliance with facility policies, state, and federal regulations regarding therapy services.
- Support discharge planning by assessing patient readiness and providing recommendations.
\nCompany Description
Morning Star Post Acute is a 57-bed skilled nursing facility focused on quality care, strong teamwork, and a positive environment for both residents and staff. At Morning Star Post Acute, we believe healthcare is about more than treating patients, it's about enriching lives in happy, helpful, and heartfelt ways.
Company Description
Morning Star Post Acute is a 57-bed skilled nursing facility focused on quality care, strong teamwork, and a positive environment for both residents and staff. At Morning Star Post Acute, we believe healthcare is about more than treating patients, it's about enriching lives in happy, helpful, and heartfelt ways.