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Synergy Care

Full-Time Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Full-Time 📍 DeRidder, LA 🏥 Cypress Westwood Manor 💼
Employer:
Diamond Rehab Diamond Rehab is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our therapy team at Westwood Manor in DeRidder, Louisiana. This role offers a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and independence. Benefits Package 14 paid days off 3 paid sick days Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short-term and long-term disability coverage 2 days bereavement pay Life insurance Key Responsibilities Assist in
Therapy Sessions:
Work under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) to implement treatment plans and assist patients with therapeutic exercises and activities aimed at improving physical, emotional, and developmental well-being.
Patient Assessment:
Assist with gathering patient information, documenting progress, and reporting any changes in patient condition to the supervising OTR.
Treatment Plan Development:
Collaborate with the OTR to develop and modify individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and progress.
Patient & Family Education:
Instruct patients and their families on therapeutic exercises and activities to be performed at home to support recovery and independence.
Documentation & Compliance:
Maintain accurate and timely patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and facility standards.
Qualifications Education:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Certification:
NBCOT certification required
Licensure:
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Texas For further information please call, text or email Allison Moon at 727-773-6420 or amoon@synergycare.com

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What they do

An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$56,651 / year median in Louisiana

+9% projected growth

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