Occupational Therapist Assistant(COTA): Skilled Nursing-Elkhart, IN

Purpose
To assist in the treatment of patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and participate as an active member of treatment location’s rehabilitation team.



ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Provides treatment to patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist

• Instructs families and staff in maintenance programs as directed by the Occupational Therapist

• Communicates with supervisor and other interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans

• Participates in patient-care conferences and weekly rehabilitation meetings

• Participates in treatment location in-service training programs

• Remains knowledgeable of state practice acts and ensures the level of supervision they receive meets standards. Does not provide treatment outside of practice act limits

• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area and department

• Documents patient care serv...