Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: Restore Mobility

rivhs; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Mathews, Virginia seeks a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to implement individualized treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic conditions. The role focuses on restoring function, improving mobility, and reducing pain under supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

Eligible candidates hold an OTA degree, NBCOT license, CPR/BLS, and have 1 year of OT experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant (Required).
• Licensed COTA with NBCOT certification (Required).
• CPR/BLS certification (Required).
• 1 year Occupational Therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow the plan of care and perform COTA procedures as allowed by referral under supervision to restore function.
• Prepare treatment areas and equipment; keep spaces clean and organized.
• Assist and support all team members, volunteers and students as needed.
• Record patients’ progress and report results to the Occupational Therapist.
• Assess daily living skills to determine needs and plan care accordingly.
• Provide patient education on interventions.

Skills

COTA procedures

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in OTA

OTA program graduate

Job description

Riverside Health System in Mathews, Virginia seeks a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to implement individualized treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic conditions. The role focuses on restoring function, improving mobility, and reducing pain under supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

Eligible candidates hold an OTA degree, NBCOT license, CPR/BLS, and have 1 year of OT experience preferred.