Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
UHS
Summary
The George Washington University Hospital's Medical-Surgical Rehabilitation Department is seeking an experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to serve as a float therapist to support the therapy needs of hospitalized patients and patients in the Acute Rehab Unit (ARU).
Job description
Position Summary
The George Washington University Hospital's Medical-Surgical Rehabilitation Department is seeking an experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to serve as a float therapist to support the therapy needs of hospitalized patients and patients in the Acute Rehab Unit (ARU).
- Assists in the development and implementation of patient treatment plans and conducts therapeutic activities according to the Occupational Therapist's guidance
- Monitors patient response and modifies treatment plans to address patient needs in consultation with an Occupational Therapist
- Work in close coordination with nurses, physicians, and other rehab professionals to provide comprehensive care for adult patients in the medical surgical units or in the ARU
- Offer guidance and education to patients and caregivers on tasks and activities necessary for rehabilitation
This position is 40 hours (five 8-hour weekday shifts) per week, with one required weekend shift per month.
Requirements
- Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Experience in a hospital setting and/or Acute Inpatient Rehab Facility required
- Must have DC License before start of employment
- Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals by AHA or Red Cross
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.