COTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

CarolinaEast Health System; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work with an OT in delivering treatment plans to maximize function and safety for patients recovering from disease, injury, or limb loss. The COTA collaborates with therapists to advance patient independence and educates families on living within capability boundaries.

The role emphasizes empathetic patient care, teamwork with coworkers, and maintaining high standards of service while supporting community

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA).
• Licensed by the State Board of Occupational Therapy in North Carolina.
• Ability to assess data reflective of patient status and identify age-specific needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist an OT in carrying out a treatment program to maximize function and safety.
• Collaborate with the OT to establish and implement patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on living within the boundaries of their capabilities.

Skills

Empathy

Customer service

Clinical assessment

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work with an OT in delivering treatment plans to maximize function and safety for patients recovering from disease, injury, or limb loss. The COTA collaborates with therapists to advance patient independence and educates families on living within capability boundaries.

The role emphasizes empathetic patient care, teamwork with coworkers, and maintaining high standards of service while supporting community