Licensed COTA - Patient-Focused OT Assistant

M2 Healthcare; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

M2 Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide skilled OT services in alignment with physician orders and under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist. You will respond to service requests, implement and adjust treatment plans, and monitor patient responses during sessions.

The role emphasizes documentation of treatments and progress, observation of residents, and clear communication with the OT team to ensure quality care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in NY in good standing.
• Long term care experience preferred.
• Ability to manage patients with different personalities.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled occupational therapy services under supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Respond to service requests by relaying information and referrals to the RT.
• Implement and modify the patient\'s OT plan of treatment under OTR supervision.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments accordingly.
• Observe residents and write progress reports; document treatments and changes in condition.

Skills

Active NY OTA License

Interpersonal communication

Documentation & reporting

Job description

M2 Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide skilled OT services in alignment with physician orders and under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist. You will respond to service requests, implement and adjust treatment plans, and monitor patient responses during sessions.

The role emphasizes documentation of treatments and progress, observation of residents, and clear communication with the OT team to ensure quality care in a long-term care setting.