Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Sterling Therapy Providers; North Ridgeville (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem

Job summary

Sterling Therapy Providers is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team in North Ridgeville, Ohio. The COTA will implement OT programs and deliver treatments under the supervision of a Registered OT to help residents achieve greater independence.

We offer competitive hourly rates, comprehensive benefits, and flexible full-time/part-time and per diem shifts. The role emphasizes collaboration with therapists, caregivers, and the rehab team to provide

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Must be certified and/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure, as required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Occupational Therapist.
• Provides ADL and ROM-focused occupational therapy treatments.
• Performs ADL evaluations under supervision of the OT.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups with OT input.
• Instructs residents, families and caregivers in OT techniques under OT supervision.
• Collaborates with rehab team to align programs with resident needs.
• Maintains timely documentation for all residents treated.
• Attends care and staffing meetings as OT representative.
• Cleans, maintains and reports equipment repair needs.
• Ensures high-quality, compassionate service aligned with residents’ rights.

Skills

Good organizational & time management

Strong verbal & written communication

Education

Accredited OTA program graduate

Licensed or eligible for licensure

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

RATE: $35 - $38 PER HOUR

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• 401K


• Holiday Pay


• Paid Time Off


• Overtime Available


• Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to residents to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.

RESPONSIBLITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Occupational Therapist;


• Provides individualized occupational therapy treatments including activities of daily living and range of motion exercises;


• Performs activities of daily living evaluations under the direction of the Occupational Therapist;


• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist;


• Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist;


• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;


• Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated;


• Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist;


• Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;


• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association. He/she must be certified and/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.


• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure, as required by the state.

JOB SKILLS:

• Good organizational and time management skills.


• Good verbal and written communication skills.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

• Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.


• Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required