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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Park Meadows Health & Rehabilitation Center - 3.3 Gainesville, FL Job Details Full-time 6 days ago Qualifications Occupational Therapy Assistant License Patient transfer methods Associate's degree in occupational therapy COTA Patient interaction Associate's degree Full Job Description Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Full Time / Per Diem UP TO $5K
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Park Meadows Health & Rehabilitation Center, Gainesville, FL Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) at Park Meadows Health & Rehabilitation Center, you'll be at the forefront of helping patients regain their independence, improve their quality of life, and achieve their personal goals! This is your opportunity to join a motivated and caring team, work with diverse patient populations, and make a lasting impact every day. If you're ready to apply your skills and bring enthusiasm to a collaborative environment, we want YOU to join our team! Key Responsibilities:
Empower Patients:
Help implement individualized therapy programs designed to improve daily living skills, mobility, and overall functionality, supporting patients to regain independence. Make a Tangible Difference:
Work closely with the Occupational Therapist to deliver life-changing interventions, from strength-building exercises to cognitive exercises and adaptive equipment training. Track Progress:
Monitor patient outcomes, documenting progress, and offering feedback that helps refine treatment plans for optimal results. Motivate & Inspire:
Be a source of encouragement for patients as you guide them through therapy with positivity, empathy, and professionalism. Your support will empower them to achieve their goals. Collaborate & Innovate:
Join forces with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care and tailor interventions that meet each patient's unique needs. Educate Families:
Provide patients and their families with essential knowledge about therapy techniques, adaptive tools, and strategies to carry over treatment goals into everyday life. Foster a Healing Environment:
Maintain a clean, safe, and inspiring therapy space, ensuring all equipment is in top shape for patient use. Qualifications:
Certification:
Active and current certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) by the state of Florida. Education:
Associate s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Experience:
While prior experience in healthcare or rehabilitation is a plus, we're excited to mentor and support new team members who are eager to grow! Skills:
Strong communication skills and a passion for building relationships with patients, families, and team members. A deep understanding of therapeutic interventions, including ADLs, motor skills, coordination, and cognitive exercises. Ability to motivate and inspire patients to reach their full potential with a positive, results-driven approach. A collaborative spirit with the flexibility to work within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Why You'll Love This Role:
Rewarding Impact:
Your work will directly contribute to improving the lives of patients, giving them the skills and confidence to live more independently. Dynamic Environment:
Work in a fast-paced, varied environment where no two days are the same, and every day offers new challenges and opportunities to learn. Team Spirit:
Be part of a supportive, caring team where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. Career Advancement:
At Park Meadows, we are committed to your development and success. Opportunities for further training, certifications, and leadership roles await! Physical Demands:
Ability to assist patients with mobility, including lifting and transferring, as needed. Ability to participate in hands-on activities and physical tasks, ensuring that patients receive the full benefit of therapy. Work Environment:
Join a vibrant, patient-centered community in a state-of-the-art healthcare facility. Flexible scheduling, including potential weekend and evening shifts to meet patient needs. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status, and are based on merit and qualifications. Our facility uses the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse, a statewide system for background screenings and compliance with Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Learn more at https:
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