Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Synchrony Health Services; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony Health Services is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support rehabilitation efforts under the direction of occupational therapists. This full-time entry-level position involves assisting with treatment plans, patient education, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team in a hospital setting. The successful candidate will have a degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and maintain valid state certification.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Health benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Student loan repayment

Competitive 401(k) match

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• 0-1 years of experience.
• Current valid state OTA licensure or certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists.
• Help patients improve their functional abilities and independence.
• Document patients’ responses to therapy and report findings.

Skills

Therapeutic Exercises

Patient Education

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

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Job Summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Licenses and Certifications

Must have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification

Current valid CPR certification, preferred

Qualifications

Education Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program

Experience 0-1 years

Roles And Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living (ADL) training, and other interventions.
• Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques aimed at improving their functional abilities and independence.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and their families on home exercises, adaptive techniques, and strategies to support continued progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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