Occupational Therapist / COTA

Overview

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,400 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare. 

 

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive. Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our seven FirstHealth Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through FirstU to pursue academic or professional development goals. You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security. These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first. Join FirstHealth of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

 

Join our exceptional rehabilitation team in a multidisciplinary skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation setting. We are seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with skilled nursing rehabilitation experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.

 

The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills along with outstanding customer service, communication, and time management abilities. This role offers exciting opportunities for program development, collaboration across disciplines, and involvement in an outpatient rehabilitation environment. Flexible scheduling and hours are available to support work-life balance.

 

Our rehabilitation team is made up of dedicated clinicians who share a commitment to excellence and an unwavering focus on the patient experience. We provide individualized, one-on-one care to help patients achieve their highest level of function and independence. Through close collaboration as a multidisciplinary team, we develop and implement comprehensive care plans designed to achieve the best possible outcomes for every patient.

 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

• Communicating with Occupational Therapists regarding plan of care progression
• Implementation of interventions and education in line with POC and within the COTA scope of practice
• Making recommendations for adaptive equipment or durable medical equipment to help patients reach their highest level of safe independence in activities of daily living
• Working with interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of the patients while supporting the hospital's mission and values
• Documenting and billing appropriately

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written to ensure clear patient/caregiver collaboration to facilitate successful patient outcomes. Having empathy and compassion is essential as well.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment with resilience and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to assess risk and make decisions rapidly.
• Problem solving is essential as no two treatment plans are the same. Using problem solving skills the successful candidate will craft solutions specific to the nuances of the patients they serve.
• NC OT or COTA License Required.