COTA: Growth, Hands-On Rehab & Great Benefits

Caretree Health Corporate; Town of Newfane (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Professional growth

Training programs

Job summary

Newfane Rehab and Health Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support therapists in creating and executing individualized rehabilitation plans for residents at the facility in New York.

You will work under the supervision of an OTR/L, assist residents with daily activities, and help learners using specialized equipment while documenting progress and outcomes in rehab software.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA Program.
• Current New York State OTA License.
• Experience in long-term care setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work in collaboration with the OT to establish a rehabilitation plan.
• Follow guidance of OTR/L in selecting therapy activities to fit Residents' needs and capabilities.
• Assist Residents in carrying out daily activities.
• Monitor Residents' performance in therapy activities, providing encouragement.
• Teach Residents how to use special equipment to assist with daily function.
• Supervise Residents’ activities to ensure they are done properly.
• Report the Resident’s progress to the OTR/L.
• Responsibly and accurately document treatments and outcomes in rehab software.

Education

OTA program graduate

Tools

Rehab software

Job description

Newfane Rehab and Health Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support therapists in creating and executing individualized rehabilitation plans for residents at the facility in New York.

You will work under the supervision of an OTR/L, assist residents with daily activities, and help learners using specialized equipment while documenting progress and outcomes in rehab software.