Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Eden Senior Care; Kingston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Part time

Job summary

Eden East is seeking a part-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our skilled nursing facilities on the East Coast. The position supports resident care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and focuses on rehabilitation, patient education, and family coaching.

Ideal candidates hold an active PA COTA license, a credential from an accredited COTA program, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania COTA license in good standing.
• An accredited COTA program degree.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient‑care skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing, home health, or rehabilitation settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate resident progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct the resident's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Provides treatment to patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Instructs families and staff in maintenance programs as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Communicates with supervisor and other interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

EDEN EAST is a portfolio of skilled nursing on the East Coast. As an industry-leading provider of post-acute care, Eden has been dedicated to changing the way healthcare is delivered. We are passionate about elevating and enhancing our employees as they are the core of the care and love we aim for, cultivating a family-like environment to ensure our residents are treated like family.

Edenbrook of Second Ave is committed to providing exceptional care and enhancing the well‑being of our residents. We believe in creating an environment that promotes physical, emotional, and social wellness. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team and contribute to the health and happiness of our residents.

Position: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Part-time)

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate resident progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct the resident's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Provides treatment to patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Instructs families and staff in maintenance programs as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Communicates with supervisor and other interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in good standing.
• A degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) program.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient‑care skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing, home health, or rehabilitation settings preferred.

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