PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) at Nexus Health – Palos Hills, Illinois

Join us at the Nexus of care and compassion.

PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Benefits:

• PTO package and paid holidays
• Employee rewards program
• Growth from within
• Next day pay available
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life coverage
• 401K

PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Responsibilities:

• Plan and administer treatment programs for residents and patients with temporary or long-term disabilities to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions in accordance with physician orders and the established plan of care, under the supervision of the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Educate residents, families, and staff regarding therapy goals, techniques, and outcomes.
• Demonstrate competent technical skills consistent with current COTA standards of practice.
• Monitor patient response to treatment interventions and promptly communicate changes in condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation and billing in compliance with facility and regulatory requirements.

PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of current treatment practices and therapy interventions.
• Familiarity with Net Health or similar electronic documentation systems preferred.
• Ability to manage a diverse patient caseload while demonstrating professionalism and adaptability.