Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

iDEAL HIRE; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

iDEAL HIRE is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Missouri to provide therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, implement individualized treatments, document patient progress, and help individuals develop daily living and work skills.

Applicants must hold NBCOT COTA certification, be licensed or eligible in Missouri, and can work 8-hour day shifts for 4 days per week, with strong documentation and communication skills; EMR experience is

Qualifications

• Current NBCOT COTA certification required.
• Active Missouri state licensure or eligibility to practice in Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatment services to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Implement individualized treatment plans as established by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Document patient progress, treatment notes, and outcomes in accordance with facility and regulatory standards.
• Assist patients in developing, recovering, or maintaining daily living and work skills.
• Communicate effectively with the care team regarding patient status and progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

NBCOT COTA certification

Missouri licensure or eligibility

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatment services to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Implement individualized treatment plans as established by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Document patient progress, treatment notes, and outcomes in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Assist patients in developing, recovering, or maintaining daily living and work skills
• Communicate effectively with the care team regarding patient status and progress

Required Qualifications

• Current COTA certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Active state licensure or eligibility to practice as a COTA in Missouri
• Ability to work 8-hour day shifts, 4 days per week
• Strong documentation and communication skills

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a similar clinical or rehabilitation setting
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems