Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Athena Health Care Systems; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Athena Health Care Systems is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for Marlborough Hills Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. You'll assist in treatment under supervision, contribute to clinical programs, and help design care plans. Candidates should have an associate degree and strong communication skills. Benefits include weekly pay, 401(k), health insurance, and opportunities for career advancement. Join us in providing quality care and support to our patients.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in occupational therapy assistant from an accredited program.
• Current licensure by the applicable state agency.
• Two years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident treatments in accordance with an established plan of care.
• Participate in clinical program development and implementation.
• Document activities according to the company’s clinical documentation system.
• Consult with and train patients, residents, and caregivers.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Organizational and analytical skills

Ability to work effectively in diverse environments

Attention to detail

Ability to manage time effectively

Education

Associate degree in occupational therapy assistant

Current licensure by the applicable state agency

CEUs as per state requirements

Job description

We are hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our dynamic care team at Marlborough Hills Rehabilitation & Health Care Center!

Up to $35 an hour. Weekly pay.

As a COTA, you assist in the collection of assessment data, and direct treatment to a general rehab caseload under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist and participate in clinical program development.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in occupational therapy assistant from an accredited program (minimum).
• CEU’s per state licensure requirements.
• Current licensure by the applicable state agency.
• Two (2) years of clinical experience preferred.
• Newly licensed COTAs are welcomed to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities

• May perform additional assigned administrative duties such as assigned by Rehab Program Manager.
• Under a physician’s order, provides direct resident treatments in accordance with an established plan of care. Treatment venues include individual, supervised, and group sessions.
• Contributes to the team meeting and decision‑making process as defined by the program.
• Consults with and trains patients, residents and caregivers.
• Monitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisor.
• Documents activities according to the company’s clinical documentation system on a timely basis.
• Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
• Participates in clinical program development and implementation.
• May perform additional duties as requested by supervisor.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Responsible for service and operational excellence of all assigned activities to ensure the delivery of quality services and/or outcomes required to meet or exceed expectations.

Specific Requirements

• Ability to function effectively in multi‑faced systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary.
• Communication skills needed for directing staff, customer relations, and marketing activities.
• Ability to perform documentation needs, manipulations of equipment and direct patient care.
• Requires intense attention and concentration.
• Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others.
• Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language.

Benefits

• Competitive and weekly pay.
• Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees.
• Overtime pay for hourly employees.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Exclusive employer discount program.

Available for Eligible Team Members

• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Vacation and personal time.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Tide Health New England and its managed facilities follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).