Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

RedBank Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CEUs through ACP partnership

On-site mentorship

Free parking

Job summary

Red Bank Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Red Bank, NJ is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support therapeutic activities and patient independence.

The COTA collaborates with O.T. clinicians, documents patient progress, and participates in in-service programs. The center offers a renovated facility, on-site mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth in a friendly setting.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the occupational therapist when performing tests, evaluation and complex treatment procedures.
• Observing, recording and reporting to the therapist the condition, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.
• Assisting the therapist in consulting with patients, family members and other health care professionals as appropriate.
• Assisting with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment.
• Assisting the occupational therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Come and join us at Red Bank Center for Rehabilitation and Healing!

Red Bank Center for Rehabilitation and Healing 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?

We are located at 100 Chapin Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701.

WHY WORK FOR US? WE OFFER:

• Newly renovated facility with brand new rehab gym
• State of the art equipment leased from ACP
• Free CEUs through ACP partnership
• On-site mentorship for professional growth
• Free parking
• Conveniently located within minutes from the parkway
• In-house therapy program
• Pay Range- $30-43/hr

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Job Summary:

The occupational therapy assistant performs patient related activities. Services may include but are not limited to purposeful activities or interventions to maximize the independence and the maintenance of health of any individual who is limited by a physical injury or illness, a cognitive impairment, a psychosocial dysfunction, a mental illness, a developmental or learning disability, or an adverse environmental condition.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Major Duties and Critical Tasks:

• Assisting the occupational therapist when performing tests, evaluation and complex treatment procedures
• Observing, recording and reporting to the therapist the condition, reactions and responses related to assigned duties
• Assisting the therapist in consulting with patients, family members and other health care professionals as appropriate
• Assisting with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment
• Assisting the occupational therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Education and Experience:

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification
• High School Diploma/GED
• Required Strong Interpersonal Skills