Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Personal Home Care of North Carolina; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Personal Home Care of North Carolina in Cary seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our clinical team. You will work under licensed occupational therapists to assess patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and document progress to support rehabilitation goals.

Requirements include an Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant, current COTA certification, and valid North Carolina license.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current COTA certification and North Carolina license.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in evaluating patients' functional abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve motor skills, coordination and independence.
• Document patient progress and communicate with healthcare team members.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises and activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Healthcare experience

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program

COTA certification

North Carolina state license

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team. The ideal candidate will work under the supervision of licensed occupational therapists to provide rehabilitative services to patients with physical, emotional, or developmental impairments. Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, developing treatment plans, implementing interventions, and documenting patient progress.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current certification as a COTA
• Valid state license to practice as a COTA in North Carolina
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Responsibilities:

• Assist occupational therapists in evaluating patients' functional abilities
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve patients' motor skills, coordination, and independence
• Document patient progress and communicate with healthcare team members
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises and activities