Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)- Full Time

Ignite Rehab; New Jersey; On-site; USD 68,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + generous PTO

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Ignite Rehab in Morris County, New Jersey, is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to work under an Occupational Therapist and provide home-based therapy across Morris-Passaic-Bergen counties.

The role involves implementing plans of care, traveling to patients' homes, documenting progress, and coordinating with families and caregivers. We offer competitive pay, generous PTO, ongoing training, and a supportive team dedicated to meaningful patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in New Jersey.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience.
• First Aid, AED and CPR certifications.
• Home health experience preferred; mentor provided.
• Ability to travel to patients' homes within the territory.
• Strong communication with patients, staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Implements the occupational therapy plan of care as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provides appropriate care and treatment to patients based on care plan and standards.
• Instructs family members and caregivers in OT techniques.
• Travels to patients' homes within the designated territory.
• Maintains timely communications via text, email, or phone with team.
• Willingness to treat geriatric patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel to patients' homes

Geriatric care

Education

Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in New Jersey

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program

First Aid, AED, CPR Certifications

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)- Full Time

Ignite Rehab, operating as part of Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy, is a multidisciplinary therapy provider offering Physical and Occupational Therapy services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients, our doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.

Metro PT/Ignite Rehab is looking for an experienced and reliable Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to work closely with, and under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. We're looking for someone to treat full timewithin Morris-Passaic-Bergen counties.

All levels of experience are encouraged to apply and will train the right new graduate.

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 68,000 - USD 71,000 - yearly
• Job Type: Full time, 30-visits per week
• Schedule: Flexible!

Responsibilities

• Implements the occupational therapy plan of care as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide appropriate care and treatment to patients based on physician care plan, agency policy and professional standards of care.
• Instructs family members, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate occupational therapy techniques.
• Ability to travel to and from the homes of your patients throughout your given territory.
• Strong communication skills between patients, support staff, and management, including timely responses via text, email, phone, etc.
• Must be willing to treat geriatric patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program
• Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of New Jersey.
• Must have a minimum of 2 yrs of experience
• Mandatory Certifications: First Aid, AED, & CPR Certifications.
• Home health experience is preferred but not required - We will provide you with a mentor to help with documentation and compliance.
• Ability to travel to patients’ homes within the assigned geographic territory
• Strong communication skills between patients, support staff, and management, including timely responses via text, email, phone, etc.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + generous PTO
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A professional, supportive and fun work environment fostered by a team of well-respected clinicians who take pride in the challenges of meaningful work
• Focus on Patient Care - Quick EMR (No Oasis required)
• Flexibility and Autonomy - see patients any 7 days of the week
• Preference given to see patients in your primary geographic area