Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Inpatient - Presbyterian Hospital Downtown

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Sign onandrelocation bonusesavailable for qualified candidates.

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* Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
* Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
* Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
* Malpractice liability insurance
* Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
* EPIC electronic charting system

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A Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to apply a range of therapeutic interventions aimed at rehabilitating physical, psycho-social, and developmental disorders. This role requires detailed knowledge of occupational therapy practices, including understanding not only how tasks are performed but also why they are necessary, with the ability to interpret relevant data. In addition, the assistant must have a basic understanding of the rules and regulations specific to the care setting to ensure safe and effective patient support.

Under the supervision of an Physical Therapist, applies a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical, psycho-social, and developmental disorders.

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Requires detailed knowledge of occupational therapy in terms of what and how work is to be done as well as why it is done, this level includes interpretation of data.

Basic understanding of the rules and regulations of the specific setting

Sign on Bonus and Relocation Benefits Available for Eligible Candidates!

Qualifications:

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapists Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Licensure from the State of New Mexico

BLS REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE

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Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.
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Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.