Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Join Our Passionate and purposeful In-House Therapy Team.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

"Relocation Assistance Available"

Status: Full-Time and PRN with Flexible Schedules & Shifts Available

Location: Avamere Rehab of Beaverton- 11850 SE Allen Blvd Beaverton, OR 97005

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We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team in Beaverton, Oregon at Avamere Rehab of Beaverton. This facility has a friendly team of eight therapists across all disciplines. The building has 92 beds of which 52 are skilled and 40 are long-term care. The building has an extensive gym featuring Vital Stim for dysphagia, Scifit for upper body workouts, Dual Cabal Cross Free Motion Machine, Nu-Step, Lite Gait, E-Stim, TENS unit, and an ultrasound machine. The team upholds a strong commitment to quality care, evidence-based practice, and outstanding outcomes.

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with Avamere Rehab, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere Rehab provides in-house therapy in our Avamere Living communities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere Living began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care. At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members. If you are a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant interested in Full-time, Part-time or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.

Reasons to Join Avamere Rehab:

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

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.
Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
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

Must be a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Oregon

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
Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English fluently
Must have a current and active CPR/BLS Certification

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

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