Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Per Diem

Chatham-Hills-Subacute-Care-Center; Chatham Township (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

KinderCare Discount

Plum Benefits

Job summary

Chatham-Hills-Subacute-Care-Center in New Jersey is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to deliver treatment under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will follow prescribed goals and provide feedback through documentation as required by facility policy.

The role emphasizes patient‑centered care, teamwork with all disciplines, and reliable attendance. Per diem shifts require punctuality, professionalism, and strong documentation skills to support geriatric

Qualifications

• Must have a valid license and registration for the state of practice.
• Provide comprehensive treatment under supervision of an OT.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
• Strong documentation skills with timely progress notes.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide feedback to supervising OT via documentation.
• Perform all duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Report to work on time and adhere to scheduled hours.
• Support patient-centered treatment and care.

Skills

COTA license

Clinical documentation

Geriatric care experience

Team collaboration

Patient service

Time management

Education

State licensure

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out best practice treatments under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist Assistant will provide treatment by adhering to specific goals developed by the OT. As well, the COTA must provide feedback to the supervision occupational therapist via documentation or in any other method required by facility policy.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under supervision of Occupational Therapist
• Experience with long‑term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Document patient’s progress on weekly progress note in a timely fashion.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation

Shifts:

• Per Diem

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• KinderCare Discount
• Plum Benefits (Discounted tickets to destinations and attractions)

Salary: Up to $40.00 an hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer