EMH Regional Medical Center

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Full-time Flexible 8A-4:30P Days Qualifications:The COTA/L will hold a current license or is a licensure applicant by the OT section of the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. A graduate from an accredited university is considered a licensure applicant for 60 days from the time the State Board receives the fee for examination and the results are made public. Will be competent in the professional duties of treatments, note writing and patient/family education to all age groups. Must be able to lift and transfer patients up to 150#. Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively. In addition to communication with other therapy staff, internal communications include contact with patients, nursing staff, physician offices, and other hospital, clinic and homecare personnel. Any other external communication deemed necessary to expand or support OT services such as vendors and family members.

Position Summary:An Occupational Therapy Assistant provides for goal-directed purposeful activity to aid in the development of adaptive skills and performance capacities by individuals of all ages who have physical and related psychological impairments. The COTA/L will follow the treatment plan formed by the Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) at the initial evaluation. Documentation of patient progress notes, discharge notes, and daily notes will reflect complete and accurate data formulated in a traditional S.O.A.P. note (subjective, objective, assessment and plan). All written documents will be completed in a timely manner as described in the rehab policies and procedures manual. The COTA/L will be supervised by the OTR/L when providing patient care.

Additional Requirments / Information

The EMH Regional Healthcare System was founded in 1908 and today is a 438-bed, hospital system with campuses in Elyria, Amherst, and Avon Ohio. For nearly a century, the EMH Regional Healthcare System has been the leader in shaping healthcare delivery for Lorain County and Greater Western Cuyahoga County residents.

We measure our leadership through continuous improvements in our technology and the expertise of our staff. For instance, in 1915 - just seven years after our founding, we received national accolades for opening the Gates Hospital for Crippled Children. As Ohio's first such facility, it became the precursor to today's Easter Seals Society.This vision has continued for a century, resulting in numerous medical firsts etched proudly in EMH's 100-year history.

Mission...

We are committed to improving the health of our community through safe, high quality, and cost effective care.

Our Core Values...

EMH is proud of the rich history and tradition we have built through the commitment and dedication of our employees who consistently provide a high level of service to our patients and customers. It is our goal to maintain and enhance this exceptional care and service as we continue to grow.

In order to attract and retain such top performing employees, EMH has established Core Values that are essential characteristics for staff members to demonstrate on a consistent basis.

The EMH Core Values are:

• Integrity


• Service Excellence


• Quality Minded


• Team Player


• Compassion


• Accountability


• Dependability

Employment Opportunities at EMH

EMH Regional Healthcare System is ranked among the Top 100 Hospitals nationwide. EMH has openings in both clinical and non-clinical areas.

As an equal opportunity employer, EMH will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or veteran status. EMH recruits and selects based on skills, knowledge, ability, and reliability.

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