Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant/COTA

Green Palms Management; Saint Marys (OH); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Green Palms Management is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our care team, supporting occupational therapists in geriatrics. You will help patients regain independence through tailored therapy interventions and accurate care documentation.

You will collaborate with healthcare professionals, communicate with caregivers, and participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in occupational therapy.

Qualifications

• Valid COTA certification required.
• Experience in geriatric occupational therapy preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Strong documentation practices.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.
• Ability to work in team and adapt to patient needs.

Responsabilités

• Assist therapists with treatment plans for geriatric patients.
• Help patients perform therapeutic activities and exercises.
• Coordinate care with healthcare professionals.
• Document progress and treatment sessions accurately.
• Educate caregivers on therapy techniques and home exercises.
• Pursue ongoing professional development.

Connaissances

COTA certification

Geriatrics experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Description du poste

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will support occupational therapists in providing patient-centered care, primarily focusing on geriatrics. Your responsibilities will include assisting with occupational therapy treatments, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring accurate care documentation. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives by helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life through tailored therapy interventions.

Duties

• Assist occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients, with a focus on geriatrics.

• Support patient care by helping patients perform therapeutic activities and exercises designed to improve their daily functioning.

• Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure treatment goals are met.

• Document patient progress, treatment sessions, and other relevant information accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Communicate regularly with caregivers to provide updates on patient status and educate them on therapy techniques and home exercises.

• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices in occupational therapy.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

• Prior experience working in occupational therapy, preferably with geriatric populations.

• Strong understanding of occupational therapy principles, patient care procedures, and documentation requirements.

• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and caregivers.

• Compassionate attitude with a commitment to improving patient outcomes through supportive care and therapy interventions.

• Ability to work well within a team environment and adapt to diverse patient needs.

Join our team to help improve the lives of our patients through dedicated occupational therapy support. We value professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.