Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Company: Valley West Health Care Center
Location: Eugene
Posted on: January 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Setting/n& Population Served /n/n Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled/nNursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide: /n/n /n - Long term care for residents who require/n ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance /n - Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for/n patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury /n - Collaborative care through an/n interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff/n working together /n - A diverse patient population including/n individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute/n needs /n /n/n/n/n Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy/nprofessional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve/nquality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment. Position Summary/n The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. /nEducation, Experience, and Licensure Requirements/n /n - NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward /n - Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT) /n - Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment. /n - One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred /n - CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. /n /nSpecific Job Requirements/n /n - Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate /n - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail /n - Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs /n - Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times /n - Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action /n - Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility /n - Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department /n - Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation /n - Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. /n - Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information /n - Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures /n - Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training /n /nEssential Functions/n /n - Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT /n - Chart appropriately and timely /n - Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately /n - Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients /n - Assist in the evacuation of patients /n - Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance /n - Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment /n - Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team /n - Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours /n - Read, write, speak, and understand the English language /n /n An Equal Opportunity Employer

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