Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Status: Full-Time and Per Diem available

Wage Scale: $35.00 to $45.00 per hour DOE

Location: Queen Anne Healthcare - 2717 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team in our 120-bed skilled nursing community, ranked one of the top 25 places to work in Seattle and listed as one of the best senior living communities in the US by the US News & World Report. Nestled along the Fremont Cut canal in Seattle, Queen Anne Healthcare specializes in trauma-informed care and behavioral health & has a special contract with the local trauma center, Harborview Medical Center. This is an excellent opportunity for a new clinician or new to SNF; mentorship and training available. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve.

Avamere 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:

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
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
Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
CPR certification

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

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

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