Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Sayville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Bayport (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

KinderCare Discount

Plum Benefits (Discounted tickets to)

Plum Benefits (Discounted tickets to)

Job summary

Sayville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Bayport, NY seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to deliver ongoing, best-practice treatments under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will implement treatment goals and document patient progress in weekly notes, collaborating with the care team to ensure patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes timely documentation, professional conduct, and contributing to rehabilitative plans in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid professional license and registration.
• Experience with geriatric care is preferred.
• Ability to document patient progress weekly.
• Collaborates with disciplines to provide patient-centered treatment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out best-practice treatments under supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide treatment per goals developed by the OT.
• Document patient progress on weekly notes.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Skills

COTA license

Long-term care experience

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out best practice treatments under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist Assistant will provide treatment by adhering to specific goals developed by the OT. As well, the COTA must provide feedback to the supervision occupational therapist via documentation or in any other method required by facility policy.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under supervision of Occupational Therapist
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Document patient’s progress on weekly progress note in a timely fashion.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation

Shifts:

• All positions available.

Compensation:

• $33-$35/hour

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• KinderCare Discount
• Plum Benefits (Discounted tickets to destinations and attractions)

An Equal Opportunity Employer