Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - per diem - Avamere Puget Sound

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location:  Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound - 630 S. Pearl St, Tacoma 98465.

Status:  PRN

Wage:  $40 - $45 

Apply online at TeamAvamere.com 

Reasons to Join Avamere:

• In-House Therapy


• Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments


• Therapist-Run


• Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education


• Manageable Productivity Expectations


• Flexible Schedule Options


• Two Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour workweek)


• Career Advancement & Development


• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

Avamere Rehab Employee Perks:

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.


• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.  


• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.


• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.


• Generous employee referral bonus program.


• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).


• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.


• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist


• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team


• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements


• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations


• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements


• Supports and participates in department operations and development


• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum


• Able to practice unencumbered


• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards


• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources


• Full knowledge of resident’s rights


• Exudes professionalism in presentation


• Ability to multitask


• CPR certification

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify