Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant/COTA- Therapy Coordinator
Company: Aegis Therapies
Location: Gloucester
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
Aegis Therapies is one of the nations 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
individuals 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 locations 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 manufacturers instructions;
troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairsProvides 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 requiredAssist rehab team in
coordination of optimal interdisciplinary patient scheduling and
establishing a group treatment schedule that is most appropriate to
patients' needsAttend treatment location meetings as directed by
DOR, to discuss rehab plan of care related to clinical management
and appropriate use of minutesCommunicate with DOR on all rehab
related issues within treatment location in a timely manner. Relay
communications from DOR to staff when requestedAssist DOR in
scheduling of staff around PTO absences and census fluctuations
that assures proper staffing levels QUALIFICATIONSHigh school
diploma or equivalentGraduate from an Occupational Therapy
Assistant programCurrent licensure as Occupational Therapy
Assistant in state of practice and/or nationally certifiedCurrent
CPR certification, preferredAbility to travel within 50 minutes of
your assigned primary building(s) as needed.Must 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).CODE OF CONDUCTMust adhere to the
Companys Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including
documentation and reporting responsibilitiesEEO 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 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.
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