Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), University Skilled Nursing, PRN

This position is located at our University Crossing location, Joint Commission certified, three-story, 82,000 square-foot facility with 111 beds, serving patients with both short and long-term rehabilitation needs. If you are passionate about serving patients with a goal to provide the best care possible and an excellent patient experience, we invite you to join our award-winning, innovative organization.
 

Administers occupational therapy treatments to patients working under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Plan of Care/Treatment
• Evaluates patient's occupational performance at discharge according to department policy and procedures.
• Collaborates with the supervising Occupational Therapist on a treatment program based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences.  Consults with physicians, other rehabilitation team members, patient and family to design a coordinated treatment plan.
• Performs patient treatment through the use of appropriate occupational therapy interventions.
• Re-evaluates patient's physical, cognitive and psychosocial status, in addition to environmental factors, to modify/terminate the treatment program as appropriate.
• Maintains active and supportive communication with patients and others concerned regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Prepares patient for discharge, through instruction of patient and family (caregivers) and written home programs as necessary.      
• Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning.
• Attends staff meetings, program meetings, and in-services.
• Maintains accurate daily billing charges and productivity log.
• Documents evaluations, progress notes, case conference updates, appropriate scores, letters of medical necessity, discharge recommendations, family/patient education, and all other forms in accordance with department policy and procedures. 
• Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and professional written documentation.                                         
• Perform other duties as may be required from management.

Job Qualifications:

• Associate of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of Florida. 
• Hands-on BLS Card.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
• Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards. Assures patients, guest, clients, and residents’ safety.
• Meets all requirements for mandatory in-services.
• Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient care.
• Adheres to policies regarding attendance, conduct, grooming, and dress code.
• Exhibits excellent service to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Shows courtesy, compassion, and respect for all customers.
• Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Complies with professional, regulatory, ethical, and legal standards

Location: University Crossing 32216

Brooks Rehabilitation, a nonprofit headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla., has been a comprehensive system of care for physical rehabilitation for more than 50 years. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 rehabilitation hospital in Florida and top 20 in the nation, Brooks operates three inpatient hospitals in Florida and is set to expand its reach with a new hospital on Mayo Clinic's Arizona campus in 2026. Through its commitment to innovation, Brooks is at the forefront of cutting-edge research, education and technology advancing the science of rehabilitation. Brooks provides outpatient services in more than 50 locations, offers skilled nursing, home health, assisted living and memory care along with community programs and services to improve the quality of life for people living with physical disabilities.