Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Status: FullTime

• Location: The Pearl at Kruse Way - 4550 Carmen Drive, Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035
• Apply online at  https://teamavamere.com/

We seek a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team in Lake Oswego, OR at The Pearl of Kruse Way.  Position may also float at other nearby facilities.  As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve.  Avamere provides in-house therapy in our facilities throughout Oregon and Washington. 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
• One Full-Time COTA 
• 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 multitask.
• Ability to multitask.
• 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

#Clinical95