Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Delmar Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing; Elsmere (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay up to $35/hr

Daily Pay

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Delmar Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dedicated team in providing compassionate resident care. The role emphasizes adherence to licensure requirements, clinical excellence, and collaboration with nursing staff to support rehabilitation goals.

The position offers a competitive pay rate up to $35 per hour, daily pay options, and direct deposit to enhance financial flexibility, with a strong emphasis on a friendly

Qualifications

• Accredited educational program for the Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Must be licensed (or eligible) to practice as an OTA in the state of Florida.
• Prior OT experience preferred.
• Member of state and national American Occupational Therapy Association, preferred.
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in occupational therapy.
• Knowledge of Medicare and third party reimbursement, preferred.
• A Current Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license by the State is REQUIRED.
• Nursing home experience is required!

Job description

Delmar Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is prioritizing employee happiness and experience with higher wages, sign-on bonuses, and a friendly workplace culture. Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in the lives of the residents?

WHY WORK FOR US? WE OFFER:

• Pay Rate up to $35/hr!

• Daily Pay

• Direct Deposit

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Skills and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the academic requirements of an educational program for the occupational therapy assistant recognized by the Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. Such program shall be accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, or its successor

• Must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in the state of Florida

• Prior experience in Occupational Therapy, preferred

• Member of state and national American Occupational Therapy Association, preferred

• Professional attitude and appearance

• Proficient administrative and public relations skills

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in occupational therapy

• Thorough knowledge of the possible hazards to patients during treatment and necessary precautionary and remedial measures

• Training in the use of prescriptive devices (electrical stimulation, ultrasound), preferred

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and to obtain their cooperation in the treatment prescribed

• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the medical staff and other personnel

• Demonstrate emotional stability in order to cope with the demands of both patients and employees

• Must maintain patient and employee confidentiality

• Knowledge of Medicare and third party reimbursement, preferred

• A Current Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license by the State is REQUIRED.

• Nursing home experience is required!