COTA, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Allaire Health Services, LLC; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages based on experience

Daily pay option

Generous PTO

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

Life insurance options

Flexible Spending Account

401k available

Career advancement opportunities

Uniform provided

Friendly work environment

Job summary

Grove Park Healthcare Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team. You will support the Occupational Therapist in implementing resident-specific treatment plans and contribute to a collaborative rehab program.

Responsibilities include assisting assessments, implementing ADL training, monitoring progress, and maintaining thorough documentation in EMRs. You will educate residents and families on mobility techniques while working with a multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• OTA must hold an active state license.
• Experience with EMR and documentation in clinical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in resident assessments and data collection for Section GG.
• Support treatment plans, including ADL training, under supervision.
• Monitor residents and report changes to supervising therapist.
• Maintain accurate documentation of progress and interventions in EMRs (Net Health/PCC).
• Educate residents and families on safe mobility techniques and exercises.

Skills

Resident assessment

ADL training

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Remote therapeutic monitoring

Education

State licensure as an Occupational Therapist

Tools

EMR software

MS Office

Job description

Grove Park Healthcare Center is looking for Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA to join our incredible team!

We're not just a workplace; we're a community driven by excellence. We take immense pride in what sets us apart - our exceptional leadership, a warm and friendly work environment, and a reputation that we've worked hard to earn. If you're ready for a rewarding career experience, your journey begins here!

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience

• Daily pay option available
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Supplemental disability and life insurance options available
• Flexible Spending Account

• 401k available
• Career advancement opportunities
• Complementary uniform
• Friendly work environment

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Job Description:

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) supports the Occupational Therapist in implementing resident-specific treatment plans.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Responsibilities:

• Assist in Assessments: Assist the Occupational Therapist in assessing residents' functional abilities and gathering objective data for Section GG collection during Annual, Quarterly, Falls, and Significant Change assessments.
• Treatment Support: Implement intervention plans, including ADL training, based on the guidance of the Occupational Therapist.
• Monitoring: Observe residents' performance and report any changes or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of resident progress and any interventions provided. Comfortable and knowledgeable with Point of Service (POS) care delivery and documentation. Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of resident evaluations, treatment plans, daily and progress notes, HMO/Manage care progress updates in EMRs (Net Health/PCC).
• Education: Educate residents, family members, and care staff on safe mobility techniques and exercises for continued progress. Conducts remote check-in through remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) with discharged patients to home or next level of care.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with other rehab staff, including Physical Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists, to provide comprehensive care.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA Qualifications:

• State licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• EMR and MS office applications.