Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

AristaCare Health Services; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

401(k) Retirement Plan

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

AristaCare Health Services is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a full-time position in Edison, New Jersey. The chosen candidate will plan, organize, and assist in delivering Occupational Therapist services within an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility. Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and an active New Jersey license. The position offers competitive pay, a 401(k) plan, and healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program required.
• Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in New Jersey is a must.
• Commitment to ongoing education to maintain licensure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational Therapist services according to established standards.
• Conduct assessments to determine treatment needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Occupational Therapy service delivery

Documentation and billing

Evaluation and treatment planning

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy

Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in New Jersey

Job description

Overview

COTA - In-House SNF (Full time)

Job Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility

Job Purpose

To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Occupational Therapist services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be directed by DOR, Administrator, or regional support team to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.

Job Functions

• Provide Occupational Therapist services to residents in accordance with established standards of practice, Company procedures, Therapy Department procedures and productivity standards.
• Adhere to Company procedures regarding documentation and billing of Occupational Therapist services.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of resident therapy programs.
• Conduct screening of residents at regular intervals to determine the need for intervention/treatment.
• Conduct timely screening of residents referred to physical therapy to determine the need for intervention/treatment.
• Evaluate residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
• Conduct specialized evaluations as indicated.
• Develop treatment plans by establishing short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
• Interpret and communicate evaluation findings, treatment plans, and recommendations to residents, families/responsible parties, and interdisciplinary team members.
• To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems.

Education & Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Must have an active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in New Jersey
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification
• Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification

We are proud to offer

• Competitive rates
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision)
• Paid time off