Rehabilitation - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) FT

Lake Butler Hospital is a critical access hospital providing 24-hour emergency services, inpatient hospitalization, swing bed program, rehabilitation services, outpatient laboratory, and outpatient radiology (X-ray, ultrasound, and CT Scan) services to Union County and the surrounding counties. We are devoted to providing all members of our community with premier-quality health care in a compassionate and inviting environment.

Our critical access hospital also provides primary care at Lake Butler Family & Pediatric Clinic; and outpatient therapy, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and hand therapy.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in a family atmosphere? We hope you’ll consider the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant position!

Sign-On Bonus available for Full Time positions!!

Job Summary:

Helps occupational therapy patients by providing rehabilitative services, under the direction of occupational therapists, to persons with mental, physical, emotional, or developmental impairments. Treats disabilities, injuries and diseases according to the prescription of a physician and plan of care created by the Occupational Therapist with the various modalities and skills of the profession for people suffering from mental, physical, emotional or developmental impairments. Carries out treatment plans to restore, compensate or adapt for loss of patient function.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for carrying out treatment in accordance with the physician’s prescription, and as planned/ documented by a supervising Occupational Therapist.
2. Responsible for observing all hospital rules relative to the care and treatment of patients.
3. Responsible for the care of equipment and apparatus, economical use of supplies, lines and utilities, and the cleanliness of the department.
4. Responsible for compliance in documentation as required by the Hospital and Rehabilitation department policies and procedures.
5. Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; confirming purpose of treatment.

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COTA, Rehab, Rehabilitation, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Lake Butler, Starke, High Springs, Alachua, Lake City, Gainesville, Fort White, Macclenny, Glen Saint Mary, Middleburg