Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Green Palms Management; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Palms Management is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our geriatrics-focused healthcare team. You will support licensed therapists, implement treatment plans, and help patients regain independence through tailored activities.

You will document patient progress and collaborate with caregivers and other professionals, while staying current with best practices through ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Valid Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification.
• Experience working with geriatric populations preferred.
• Ability to document patient care accurately and thoroughly.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with healthcare teams and caregivers.
• Compassionate attitude with strong patient-centered care focus.
• Ability to thrive in a team-based healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists in implementing treatment plans for geriatric patients.
• Support patients in performing therapeutic activities and exercises.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and goals.
• Document patient progress, sessions, and related information accurately.
• Educate caregivers on therapy techniques and home exercises.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with best practices.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Geriatrics

Education

COTA certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

COTA JOB POSTINGCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will support occupational therapists in providing patient-centered care, primarily focusing on geriatrics. Your responsibilities will include assisting with occupational therapy treatments, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring accurate care documentation. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives by helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life through tailored therapy interventions.

Duties

• Assist occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients, with a focus on geriatrics.




• Support patient care by helping patients perform therapeutic activities and exercises designed to improve their daily functioning.




• Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure treatment goals are met.




• Document patient progress, treatment sessions, and other relevant information accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards.




• Communicate regularly with caregivers to provide updates on patient status and educate them on therapy techniques and home exercises.




• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices in occupational therapy.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).




• Prior experience working in occupational therapy, preferably with geriatric populations.




• Strong understanding of occupational therapy principles, patient care procedures, and documentation requirements.




• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and caregivers.




• Compassionate attitude with a commitment to improving patient outcomes through supportive care and therapy interventions.




• Ability to work well within a team environment and adapt to diverse patient needs.

Join our team to help improve the lives of our patients through dedicated occupational therapy support. We value professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.