Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Dameron Hospital; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dameron Hospital in Mesa, AZ seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will assess patients, assist with treatment plans, deliver home programs, and document services in accordance with hospital standards.

Responsibilities include contributing to family conferences, maintaining equipment, and communicating clearly with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program with AOTA certification.
• Must hold a current state license and renew as required by the State Board.
• English proficiency and good verbal/written communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessment and treatment under OT supervision.
• Deliver home programs and instructions to patients and families; document services per hospital standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Team communication

Education

OTA program graduate

AOTA certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

Day

Description

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides services under the general supervision of the Occupational Therapist, including assisting with patient assessment, treating individual patients and patient groups; delivering home program, patient, and family instructions; participating in family and team conferences; conduction equipment inventory, maintenance, and orders; and documenting services according to departmental and hospital standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program, certification by AOTA.
• Must hold a current state license and must maintain license renewal in accordance with the State Board of Medical Examiners or State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Long term acute care and rehabilitation experience is preferred;
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English, as well as possess good verbal and written communications skills.
• Basic computer skills with minimal guidance