Occupational Therapy Assistant - Hands-on Care & Growth

HAHHH; Worcester, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester, MA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support hand therapy programs under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, educate patients, and assist with discharge planning in inpatient or outpatient settings.

You must hold an associate degree in OT, a MA license, and have passed the Board Examination for COTA. The role offers a day shift, with a 40-hour work week and potential signing bonus.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in Massachusetts.
• Successful completion of Board Examination of COTA.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and individual treatment to restore and maximize function.
• Educate patients in compensatory strategies and life management.
• Educate patients and families in therapy programs and goals.
• Participate in patient care meetings and discharge planning.
• Assess effect of treatment and communicate recommendations for program changes.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Group therapy

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in OT

Job description

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester, MA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support hand therapy programs under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, educate patients, and assist with discharge planning in inpatient or outpatient settings.

You must hold an associate degree in OT, a MA license, and have passed the Board Examination for COTA. The role offers a day shift, with a 40-hour work week and potential signing bonus.