COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - SH Acute Therapy

Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus

Department: SH Acute Rehab Services

Position Type: Full Time

Start Time: 8:00

Salary: Starting minimum is $27.99 per hour, compensation adjusted based on experience.

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind. We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community: There's something about Salem, Oregon!

Your Role With Us:

Under supervision of the occupational therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) plans and implements occupational therapy services to patients in collaboration with physician and supervisory staff. The COTA demonstrates knowledge and application of theory and practice of occupational therapy with patients. Utilizes equipment for intervention specific to the area(s) of assignment. Coordinates patient care as a member of a rehabilitation team as required in area(s) of assignment.

Total Rewards Offerings:
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.

• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
  
• Short and long-term disability
  
• Live Well Wellness Program
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
  
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
  
• Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
  
• Education assistance program
  
• Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
  
• Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.
  
• Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.
  

Background/Expertise:

• Graduate of an occupational therapist assistant training program approved by the Committee on Accreditation in Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience or clinical rotation in department specific area required.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License required. Must be verified prior to start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
• Must be a team player and have proven success applying team approach to obtain resolution to an issue.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills for working with the rehabilitation team and patients.
• An ability to prioritize and adapt to change while working in a high volume multidisciplinary setting.

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Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org