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Job Title


Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)


Company : Life Care Center of Coeur d'Alene


Location : Coeur d\'Alene, ID


Created : 2025-07-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Life Care Center of Coeur d’Alene is located in a city renowned for its pristine lake and outdoor recreational activities. Residents enjoy boating, hiking, and skiing, as well as a charming downtown area with boutique shops and restaurants. Coeur d’Alene's natural beauty and community events make it a desirable place to live and work.Life Care Center of Coeur d'Alene was named one of U.S. News World Report’s 2025 Best Nursing Homes.Location is close to lakes and scenic hiking. Coeur d’Alene is also full of unique local restaurants, shops, and 45 minutes away from the airport. Consider joining our team! Opportunities to collaborate with other disciplines, compensation for CEUs, and opportunities for career growth.Position Summary: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.Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:* NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward* Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)* Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.* One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred* CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job Requirements:* Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail* Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs* Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times* Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action* Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility* Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department* Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation* Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information* Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures* Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential Functions:* Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT* Chart appropriately and timely* Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately* Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients* Assist in the evacuation of patients* Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance* Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment* Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team* Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours* Read, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer