PRN COTA - Crest Hill/Joliet (Split)
Job Description
Oasis Therapy Services is an agency committed to providing exceptional therapy services to seniors. Our team includes experienced and compassionate physical, occupational, and speech therapists specializing in senior care. We offer rehabilitation, pain management, and cognitive and speech therapy. Our priority is the comfort and well-being of our clients, and we strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment. Contact us for personalized treatment plans to achieve optimal health and wellness.
Position: PRN COTA (would be working for both Willow Falls and our sister facility, Eden Vista Rock Run)
Oasis Therapy Services a skilled nursing facility, is now hiring a PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations!
Job Responsibilities:
- To provide quality Occupational therapy services and initiates referrals when appropriate, in accordance with established standards of practice, therapy department procedures, and productivity standards.
- To evaluate residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation and conduct specialized evaluations as indicated.
- To supervise and direct Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in the implementation of the treatment plan.
- Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL)
- Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use
- Guide and educate family members and caregivers
- Observe, note, and report on progress of long and short term treatment goals
Skills
- Proven working experience as occupational therapist
- Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy
- Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools ( e.g. Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale)
- Valid license to practice occupational therapy
- BS degree or greater in occupational therapy
Reasons to join:
- Great team environment
- Supportive leadership staff
- Competitive Wages'
Job Type: PRN
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Required)
Work Location: In person
