COTA- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

M2 HEALTHCARE LTD; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide skilled therapy services under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist. In this role, you will implement and modify treatment plans, monitor patient responses, and document progress. Your excellent interpersonal skills will help you manage diverse patient personalities effectively. If you're passionate about enhancing patient care and have the required licensure, this opportunity could be a perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in good standing in NY.
• Long term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled occupational therapy services under supervision.
• Documents patient treatments and changes in condition.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Interpersonal Communication

Patient Management

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Job description

COTA Duties Include:

• Provides skilled occupational therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referral to Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Implements and modifies the patient’s occupational therapy plan of treatment with OTR supervision
• Monitors patient responses to treatments and modifies it during treatment sessions as necessary.
• Observe residents and write progress reports.
• The Occupational Therapy Assistant will be responsible for documenting patient treatments, changes in condition and other pertinent information as required.

COTA requirements include:

• Must have an active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in good standing in the state of NY.
• Long term care experience preferred
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills