Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA

Salemhillsrehab; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare in Westchester County seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. You will deliver therapy plans, coordinate with the rehab team, and document resident progress in medical records.

Requirements include NYS licensure, COTA program graduate, and AOTCB Certification. The role emphasizes compassionate care for elderly residents in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is trained and licensed as required by NYS.
• Graduate of an approved COTA program with current NY licensure.
• Current AOTCB certification or eligibility with good standing.

Responsibilities

• Establish and perform treatment programs for residents.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation team to coordinate therapy activities.
• Document progress and chart notes accurately in residents' records.
• Provide equipment and adapt living environments as needed.
• Maintain safety and infection control standards in therapy sessions.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

COTA program graduate

NYS licensure

AOTCB certification

Job description

Description

* FULL-TIME * BENEFIT ELIGIBLE PART TIME POSITION * EXCELLENT BENEFITS * AETNA HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS START 1ST OF THE MONTH AFTER HIRE AT NO COST *

* LONG TERM CARE FACILITY *

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA, Position Summary:

Amazing opportunity to work in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a *TOP RATED* Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge. The role of the Food Service Worker is to provide our residents with all of their meals and/or snacks in a sanitary and safe manner adhering to all policies and procedures of the facility while focusing on customer service and satisfaction.

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will establish and perform treatment programs for assigned residents.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will upgrade goods as appropriate and physician order recommendations.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will enter billing information in an accurate and timely manner.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will report resident progress in meetings, i.e. Medicare A Meetings. Consult with other members of rehabilitation team to coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities.
• Provide residents with equipment as appropriate & inform Social Services of equipment needs at discharge. Requisitions supplies and equipment.
• Design and construct special equipment for individuals and suggest adaptation of individual’s living environment.
• Lay out materials for individual’s use and return equipment to appropriate place.
• Conduct training programs for other workers/families in occupational therapy techniques and objectives for resident care.
• Chart notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the therapy provided to the residents as well as the resident’s response to the therapy.
• Perform routine documentation as required and in accordance with our established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in resident’s medical record.
• Follow all facility policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

• The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is trained and licensed, meeting the qualifications set forth by the NYS Board of Education and the NYS Rules and Regulation requirements.
• Graduate of an approved Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• Training certification by the AOTCB and current licensure in good standing with the NYS Board of Education.
• One (1) year experience in the skilled nursing facility setting, preferred.
• Candidate will have the physical ability to perform job related duties, which may require lifting, bending, stooping, stretching, pulling and pushing up to 50lbs or more as needed.
• Work well under pressure & willing to work harmoniously with all staff
• Sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and handicapped
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to communicate well verbally with residents, families and staff
• Treat residents and fellow staff with respect, dignity, and compassion
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees.

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