Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Synchrony Rehab at Carteret House; Newport (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab at Carteret House is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist you will help implement treatment plans, assist with exercises, ADL training, and adaptive techniques to improve functional independence.

This role emphasizes documentation, collaboration with interdisciplinary team, patient and family education, and ongoing assessment. OTA licensure and CPR are preferred; 0-1 years experience acceptable.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program
• Experience: 0-1 years
• Licenses and Certifications: OTA licensure or certification; CPR preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans by occupational therapists.
• Help patients with exercises, ADL training, and adaptive techniques.
• Observe and document patient responses and progress.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises and strategies to support progress.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Support therapists in evaluating needs and progress with additional observations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ADL training

Therapeutic exercises

Documentation

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

Responsibilities

Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you’re looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Synchrony.

Qualifications

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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