NEW RATES! Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Frontline-Personnel; Elsmere (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay available

PTO

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Job summary

Frontline Personnel is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in New York. The ideal candidate will possess an accredited OTA program, NY licensure or eligibility, and a professional demeanor to support patient care and collaborate with medical staff.

Benefits include a competitive hourly rate, daily pay option, and opportunities for PTO, health/dental/vision coverage, and a 401(k) match for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited OTA program recognized by the AOTA accreditation council.
• Must hold NY license or be eligible to practice as an OTA in New York.
• Prior OT experience preferred; new grads accepted.

Responsibilities

• Thrive in a collaborative healthcare setting to support patients’ OT goals.
• Maintain professional attitude and appearance in all interactions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Medicare and third‑party reimbursement where applicable.

Skills

NY licensure eligibility

Communication

Professional appearance

Public relations

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Are you ready to advance your career with an agency that cares? We needYOU! Are you a dedicated healthcare worker looking to make a difference while working with an agency that provides true flexibility? Come work where your skills will be appreciated! Come work at Frontline Personnel!

We are currently looking for a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team.

Benefits We Offer Our Valued Staff:

• $35-$44 Per Hour
• True Job Flexibility
• Daily Pay Available!

Full-time employees will receive:

• PTO (8 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days, 10 Vacation Days)
• Health Benefits Package Options
• Dental Insurance Plan Option
• Vision Insurance Plan Options
• 401k Match!

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Skills and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the academic requirements of an educational program for the occupational therapy assistant recognized by the Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. Such program shall be accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, or its successor
• Must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in the state of New York
• Prior experience in Occupational Therapy, preferred
• Member of state and national American Occupational Therapy Association, preferred
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Proficient administrative and public relations skills
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in occupational therapy
• Thorough knowledge of the possible hazards to patients during treatment and necessary precautionary and remedial measures
• Training in the use of prescriptive devices (electrical stimulation, ultrasound), preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and to obtain their cooperation in the treatment prescribed
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the medical staff and other personnel
• Demonstrate emotional stability in order to cope with the demands of both patients and employees
• Must maintain patient and employee confidentiality
• Knowledge of Medicare and third party reimbursement, preferred
• A Current Occupational Therapist Assistant(COTA) license by the State is REQUIRED.
• Experience is preferred, however we are accepting new grads.