Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

White-Oaks-Nursing-and-Reha; Town of Woodbury (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

White-Oaks-Nursing-and-Reha in Town of Woodbury, NY, seeks a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join its skilled nursing rehabilitation team. Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will provide therapeutic services aimed at improving residents’ independence, safety, and quality of life.

The ideal candidate has NBCOT certification, NY state licensure or eligibility, CPR, and experience in skilled nursing or geriatric rehab.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state licensure or eligibility as a COTA.
• NBCOT certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or geriatric rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic interventions focused on activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, bathing, and feeding.
• Facilitate upper extremity strengthening, coordination, and fine motor skill development.
• Assist residents with cognitive retraining and functional task performance.
• Monitor resident progress and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on adaptive equipment and safety techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support comprehensive resident care.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize tasks effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team within a skilled nursing facility. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic services that assist residents in improving functional independence, safety, and overall quality of life. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical skills and a commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities:

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Provide therapeutic interventions focused on activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, bathing, and feeding
• Facilitate upper extremity strengthening, coordination, and fine motor skill development
• Assist residents with cognitive retraining and functional task performance
• Monitor resident progress and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on adaptive equipment and safety techniques
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support comprehensive resident care
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment
• Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize tasks effectively

Qualifications:

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current state licensure or eligibility as a COTA
• NBCOT certification required
• CPR certification required
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or geriatric rehabilitation preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply

Compensation:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications