COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant)

Deutsches Altenheim; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Deutsches Altenheim is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join its team at the German Centre in West Roxbury, MA. This role involves providing high-quality occupational therapy services, documentation, and contributing to treatment plans, all while maintaining professionalism and compassion in a skilled nursing environment.

Benefits

Rewarding job within an outstanding organization

Inclusive company culture

Free Parking

Free Meals

Facility Accessible by MBTA

Qualifications

• Experience in Geriatrics long-term care or short-term rehab preferred.
• Maintains educational competency as required by state and federal regulations.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to residents and patients.
• Assist in assessment and treatment of therapeutic interventions.
• Maintain documentation and carry out treatment plans under supervision.

Skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Effective Interaction

Education

Current Massachusetts Certification as a COTA

Job description

COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) - German Centre for Living

German Centre at Deutsches Altenheim located in West Roxbury, MA, is a skilled nursing residence and post-acute care provider that consistently delivers high-quality, compassionate care while focusing on the development of innovative programs and services that enable individuals to live as independently as possible. We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join the Deutsches Altenheim team at the German Centre and support our residents.

Position Summary: As a member of our Therapy Team, the COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services to our residents and patients by assisting in the assessment and treatment of therapeutic interventions with the highest level of professionalism, care and compassion. They maintain pertinent documentation, carry out appropriate treatment plans under supervision of OTR/L or PT, and contribute to discharge planning.

Benefits:

• Rewarding job within an outstanding and recognized organization
• Inclusive company culture
• Free Parking
• Free Meals
• Facility Accessible by MBTA
• And more!

COTA Qualifications:

• Current Massachusetts Certification as a COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Experience in Geriatrics long-term care or short-term rehab is preferred
• Maintains educational competency as required by state and federal regulations
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend and squat for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to push, pull objects and lift/carry up to 20 pounds unassisted on a frequent basis and up to 50 pounds or more with assistance on occasion
• Ability to interact effectively with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, the general public and other staff members

Hours: Per-Diem

Deutsches Altenheim is an equal opportunity employer, veterans & disability. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.

keywords: COTA, occupational therapy, therapy, rehab, rehabilitation, geriatric, seniors, nursing home, healthcare, long term care, skilled nursing

Deutsches Altenheim conducts extensive background checks and professional references for all potential employees. You must be able to provide a recent physical and required immunizations.