Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA Acute – PRN
Frederick, MD
Description
Are you a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant looking to join a great team of professionals? Join our team in Frederick, MD at Frederick Health Hospital. Want to work for a company that was founded in 1983 by therapists, that continues to be managed by therapists, and is still owned by therapists? Come find out why working with us is good therapy.
We are currently hiring for:
- PRN COTA: Flexible schedule with an expectation of 2–4 weekend days per month, plus one major and one minor holiday/year.
The details:
This is a large team with a fast paced hospital environment which clinicians treat a variety of diagnoses with a common mix of orthopedics, neurological, behavioral health, and critical care caseloads.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants with at least one (1) year hospital acute experience are encouraged to apply. We will also consider new graduates with strong acute clinical rotations. Be a part of this team with an excellent reputation for service to its patients.
The ideal candidate:
- Is someone who is excited to join a thriving and energetic team
- Is someone who loves to continue their education and learn more to better serve their patients
- Is someone who believes that patients deserve One on One care with a highly trained clinician
- Is someone who values a lifelong relationship with patients and who can provide therapy services across the lifespan
The Requirements:
- Degree from a ACOTE accredited school
- Current state licensure or eligibility in Occupational Therapy in Maryland
- Has one (1) year hospital acute experience or experience in a skilled environment
- Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Will display strong skills in flexibility, time management, leadership, and communication
- Focuses on the patient and providing the utmost in customer service excellence
The responsibilities:
- Deliver quality occupational therapy services according to treatment plans for patients
- Document with web-based software and documentation system (EMR)
- Provide accurate and timely documentation for current patient caseload
- Meet all clinical, departmental, and regulatory expectations
- Conduct patient and family education
- Participate in a positive work environment to promote teamwork and communication
The benefits:
Comprehensive benefit package, depending on employment status such as:
- MedBridge Patient Engagement tools and interactive HEPs
- 401K providing choice for investing
- Employee Assistance Program, including wellness, counseling, and personal financial services
- Associate Discount Program including mobile phone and other savings options
- Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of settings
- New Hire Mentorship with the support of Clinical Development Specialist and Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement personnel
The reasons to join Tx:Team:
Our therapist-driven culture is defined by the spirit of teamwork, collaboration, and collegiality. Tx:Team associates possess a “do what it takes” attitude. We seek solutions. We take ownership of our work. We care about each other, our clients, and the patients we serve.
Tx:Team has its sights set on the long-term horizon. We put our associates first.
Growing the right way – with patient care our top priority.
Tx:Team is a place for anyone with a passion for healing and a desire to change the world, and we are committed to fostering an environment where each associate can be included, valued, and seen.
Our mission statement:
“We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to live the healthiest life possible. By harnessing the collective power of our therapists’ hands and minds to heal, we create an environment of health, wellness, and vitality for our patients, our associates, our partners, and our communities.”
Why Tx:Team?
We’re therapist-founded and therapist-led, committed to putting people first since 1983. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and compassion.
- 98.2% of patients rate our service as excellent
- 99% of patients would recommend a Tx:Team therapist to a friend
- 100% of associates say they felt welcome from the day one
- 100% of associates believe he or she feels a belonging to the team
- 97% of associates agree "I feel like I can rely on my teammates to support me.”
At Tx:Team, we take pride in the satisfaction of our associates. See for yourself why associates would recommend Tx:Team as a great place to work. https://txteam.com/careers/