Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

CarDon is a family-owned senior-living company with more than 20 communities in the Midwest. We offer independent and assisted living, rehabilitation, skilled nursing and memory support. We’re rapidly growing, offer a wide variety of career paths, and reward bright ideas and hard work. Work for the best and join the Heart of the CarDon family of care.

• Provide compassionate and quality rehabilitation services to residents under the directive of a physician and in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team
• Perform therapy and communicate sufficient information about the treatment plan to nursing and other personnel to assure a team approach
• Document therapy services and write progress notes in accordance with Medicare Regulations

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who has a heart to serve with a compassionate, engaged personality. This forward-thinking candidate is highly organized and demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Must have completed approved schooling for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Previous experience in a hospital or long-term care facility is preferred but not required
• Must maintain a good working relationship with other health care professionals
• When low census, must be willing to travel within a 30-mile radius to provide therapy coverage (travel time reimbursed)
• Ability to effectively collaborate within a team environment
• A passion for working with elderly residents