Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Athena Health Care Systems; Sandwich (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Overtime pay

Career advancement

Employer discount

Life insurance

401(k) match

Vacation time

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cape Heritage Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Sandwich, MA is seeking per diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to join our therapy team. The role includes direct resident treatments under an OT plan of care and data collection under supervision, with weekly pay up to $40 an hour.

Applicants must have an accredited OTA associate degree and MA COTA license. Responsibilities also include team collaboration, documentation, and participation in program development and quality

Qualifications

• Must have an associate degree in occupational therapy assistant from an accredited program.
• COTA license in Massachusetts required.
• Prior per diem experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident treatments under an OT plan of care.
• Assist in data collection and documentation.
• Participate in team meetings and program development.
• Train and consult with patients, residents and caregivers.
• Support program quality improvement activities.

Skills

Clinical data collection

Direct patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Cape Heritage Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Sandwich is hiring per diem COTAs to join our therapy team!

Weekly pay up to $40 an hour.

As a COTA, you assist in the provision of collection of assessment data, and direct treatment to a general rehab caseload under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist and participate in clinical program development.

Education & Experience:

• As a minimum, an associate degree in occupational therapy assistant from an accredited program.
• Must possess a COTA license in Massachusetts.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• May perform additional assigned administrative duties such as assigned by Rehab Program Manager.
• Under a physician’s order, provides direct resident treatments in accordance with an established plan of care. Treatment venue includes individual, supervised, and group.
• Contributes to the team meeting and decision making process as defined by the program.
• Consults with and trains patients, residents and caregivers.
• Monitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisor.
• Documents activities according to the company’s clinical documentation system on a timely basis.
• Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
• Participates in clinical program development and implementation.
• May perform additional duties as requested by supervisor.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Responsible for service and operational excellence of all assigned activities to ensure the delivery of quality services and/or outcomes required to meet or exceed the expectations of those utilizing or impacted by the department.

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).