Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA

Allaire Rehab & Nursing; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a community-driven team as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at an esteemed facility. This role is vital in supporting residents' recovery through personalized treatment plans and collaboration with a dedicated team of professionals. You will assist in assessments, implement intervention plans, and ensure proper documentation while educating residents and their families on safe mobility techniques. With a warm and friendly work environment, this position offers competitive wages, generous PTO, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of others and are ready for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive wages based on experience

Daily pay option

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Supplemental disability and life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401k available

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Complementary uniform

Qualifications

• State licensure as an Occupational Therapist is required.
• Experience with EMR systems and CPR/BLS certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing residents' functional abilities and implementing treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with rehab staff for comprehensive care.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Assessment Skills

Patient Education

Documentation Skills

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

State Licensure as an Occupational Therapist

CPR/BLS Certification

Tools

EMR Systems (Net Health/PCC)

MS Office Applications

Job description

Allaire Rehab & Nursing is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA to join our incredible team!

We're not just a workplace; we're a community driven by excellence. We take immense pride in what sets us apart - our exceptional leadership, a warm and friendly work environment, and a reputation that we've worked hard to earn. If you're ready for a rewarding career experience, your journey begins here!

Shift Hours:

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Daily pay option available
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Supplemental disability and life insurance options available
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k available
• Career advancement opportunities / tuition reimbursement
• Complementary uniform
• Friendly work environment
• Referral bonus

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Job Description:

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) supports the Occupational Therapist in implementing resident-specific treatment plans.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Responsibilities:

• Assist in Assessments: Assist the Occupational Therapist in assessing residents' functional abilities and gathering objective data for Section GG collection during Annual, Quarterly, Falls, and Significant Change assessments.
• Treatment Support: Implement intervention plans, including ADL training, based on the guidance of the Occupational Therapist.
• Monitoring: Observe residents' performance and report any changes or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of resident progress and any interventions provided. Comfortable and knowledgeable with Point of Service (POS) care delivery and documentation. Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of resident evaluations, treatment plans, daily and progress notes, HMO/Manage care progress updates in EMRs (Net Health/PCC).
• Education: Educate residents, family members, and care staff on safe mobility techniques and exercises for continued progress. Conducts remote check-in through remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) with discharged patients to home or next level of care.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with other rehab staff, including Physical Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists, to provide comprehensive care.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Qualifications:

• State licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• EMR and MS office applications.
• CPR/BLS certification.