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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA )

We provide long-term care and rehabilitation services to residents of the greater Pensacola area. If you are like us, dedicated to evaluating, identifying, and tending to the needs of the community, apply now! Come and make a difference with us at Santa Rosa Center.

WHY WORK FOR US? BECAUSE WE OFFER:

* 401k
* Comfortable staffing ratios
* Opportunities for overtime
* A team environment where we treat each other with respect, dignity, and compassion
* Attendance Bonuses
* Health/dental/vision insurance

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Job Summary:

The occupational therapy assistant performs patient related activities. Services may include but are not limited to purposeful activities or interventions to maximize the independence and the maintenance of health of any individual who is limited by a physical injury or illness, a cognitive impairment, a psychosocial dysfunction, a mental illness, a developmental or learning disability, or an adverse environmental condition.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Major Duties and Critical Tasks:

Assisting the occupational therapist when performing tests, evaluation and complex treatment procedures

Observing, recording and reporting to the therapist the condition, reactions and responses related to assigned duties

Assisting the therapist in consulting with patients, family members and other health care professionals as appropriate

Assisting with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment

Assisting the occupational therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Education and Experience:

Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification

High School Diploma/GED Required

Strong Interpersonal Skills: