Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

American Medical Associates; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Associates in Norwich, NY is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support home health patients with neurological, musculoskeletal, and cardio-pulmonary impairments. The role involves initial assessments, ongoing progress notes, and planning discharge.

Salary ranges from $26 to $29 per hour, depending on experience. Must hold NYS License as a COTA and prior experience in long-term care; strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold NYS License as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Must have prior experience as a COTA.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and provides family-oriented services to home health patients with neurological, musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and cardio-pulmonary impairments; fine motor, sensory motor, and developmental delays; as well as traumatic injuries and swallowing disorders.
• Providing initial and ongoing assessment to determine the level of functioning.
• Preparing clinical progress notes.
• Evaluating outcomes.
• Planning discharge.

Job description

Certified Occupational Therpay Assistant (COTA)

Located in Norwich, NY

Salary: $26/hr. - $29/hr. *Depending on experience*

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates and provides family-oriented services to the home health patient with neurological, musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and cardio-pulmonary impairments; fine motor, sensory motor, and developmental delays; as well as traumatic injuries and swallowing disorders
• Providing initial and ongoing assessment to determine the level of functioning.
• Preparing clinical progress notes.
• Evaluating outcomes.
• Planning Discharge.

Qualifications:

• NYS License as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Must have prior experience as a COTA
• Must have experience in long-term care
• Strong written and verbal communication skills