Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Personal Touch Home Aides of New York

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 55,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Recognition Programs

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company-paid Life Insurance

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks and Discount Program

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Aides of New York is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Brooklyn, NY. This full-time role requires a valid NY COTA license and offers a dynamic environment with pediatric and adult cases.

The COTA will work closely with the care team to deliver compassionate, high-quality occupational therapy, advancing independence and quality of life for patients across diverse populations.

Qualifications

Valid COTA license in NY required.

Responsibilities

Assess patient’s functional status and home environment; identify equipment needs.
Execute treatment plan and goals; communicate with referring physician and care team.
Teach or retrain daily living skills as needed.
Fabricate splints and instruct use of adaptive equipment.
Train patient in prosthetic/orthotic devices use.
Maintain clinical records and submit reports per policy.
Coordinate with other personnel for integrated care.
Attend in-services and case conferences as required.
Identify needs for other home health services and refer appropriately.
Instruct family/caregiver on treatment regimens; support discharge planning.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Pediatric experience

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

COTA license (NY)

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Brooklyn, NY

MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH A TEAM THAT INVESTS IN YOU

This is a full-time position. In order to be considered for this job you MUST have a valid COTA license in the state of NY

Pay: $38.00-$40.00/hrly

Join a growing home care team where compassionate care, flexibility, and clinician support come first. We are \"THE PEOPLE WITH A HEART\" proudly serving communities for over 50 years across New York, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky and Indiana.

High Demand Areas!

We are actively hiring Occupational Therapists for cases in the following Brooklyn neighborhoods:

>Borough Park >East New York >Flatbush >Midwood >Canarsie

>Crown Heights

Clinicians available to cover these areas are especially encouraged to apply!

WHY COTAs CHOOSE PERSONAL TOUCH

>Flexible schedules with daytime and after-school cases

>Supportive leadership that is accessible and invested in your success

>Established home care agency with over 50 years of trusted service

>Opportunities to work with pediatric, adult, and special needs populations

>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

>Career growth and mentorship opportunities

>Warm, team-oriented environment where clinicians feel valued

THIS IS MORE THAN JUST A JOB — IT’S AN OPPORTUNITY TO GROW.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides compassionate occupational therapy services that help patients improve independence and quality of life while working closely with the care team to deliver personalized, high-quality care.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assess patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.) assess home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.

2. Execute treatment program and goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.

3. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury.

4. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.

5. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

6. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, summary reports and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with policy.

7. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.

8. Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences and other meetings as required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.

9. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.

10. Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.

11. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

Benefits include:

Employee Recognition Programs

Comprehensive Health Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Long-term Disability coverage

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company-paid Life Insurance

Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks and Discount Program

About Us:

For over 50 years, Personal Touch has provided trusted, compassionate home care to communities across the country. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while creating a supportive, welcoming workplace where our team members can grow and thrive. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.

Why Choose Us:

At Personal Touch Home Care, we value and support our team. When you join us, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a caring team environment.

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