COTA - PRN

Company: Oakwood Village Univ Woods Homes, Inc.
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provides activities of daily living assessments and screens residents to determine if occupational therapy services are warranted. Renders the established needs of individual resident occupational therapy treatment programs under the general supervision of an occupational therapist. Assures treatment programs and goals are modified as needed. Communicates occupational therapy philosophy and treatment approaches and goals to residents, families, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Maintains appropriate documentation per regulatory guidelines. Prepares and submits all clinical billing in a timely manner. Develops and instructs residents and their support members in home programs as needed. Provides home safety assessments and recommendations as needed. Develop and maintain rapport and communication with physicians, facility staff, family members/significant others and community agencies to ensure effective exchange of information regarding current and future program planning. Maintains daily productivity standard of 85%. Assists with supervision and utilization of rehab and restorative aides in accordance with WI Practice Act. Ensures representation at resident related meetings. Relays inventory needs of occupational therapy supplies and equipment to Rehab Aide and Director of Rehab to assist in adequate availability. Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions within scope of WI Practice Act for occupational therapy services. Meets the annual goals and objectives that are consistent with the values and mission of Oakwood Village and continuous quality improvement. Maintains knowledge of current reimbursement and regulatory issues regarding rehabilitation. Attends required in-services and continuing education programs. Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as needed. Work hours vary dependent upon patient need and caseload. QUALIFICATIONS Ability to provide inspiring leadership through example, planning, teaching, training and empowerment. Excellent communication skills to include: written, oral, public speaking, listening and nonverbal. Works independently with little supervision and is sensitive to the needs of many constituents. Uses sound judgment and diplomacy in performance of duties. Knowledge of the fundamentals of individual and group activities; occupational, physical and speech therapies with an older adult population. Knowledge of the scope of practice for occupational therapy. Working knowledge of reimbursement sources, including Medicare A (PPS), Medicare B, Medicaid and private insurance. Able to present occupational therapy objectives at general and professional levels. Trustworthy, dependable, and ethical with willingness to accept feedback and the ability to cooperate. Exhibits a sincere desire to work with older adults and has a growing understanding of the aging process. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/ OR TRAINING Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Current licensure as a certified occupational therapy assistant in the State of Wisconsin. Minimum of two years therapist experience preferred. Long-term care experience preferred. IND1

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