Occupational Therapy Assistant - Senior Care Rehab Partner

Oceanside Care Center; Oceanside (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceanside Care Center in Oceanside, NY is actively seeking a Full-time or Part-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility, offering a 5-star employee atmosphere and strong leadership.

Key duties include selecting therapy activities to fit Residents' needs, assisting with daily tasks, monitoring progress, teaching equipment use, collaborating with the OT to establish rehab plans, supervising activities, reporting progress, and handling administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program and NYS license required.
• Experience in long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to work in a collaborative rehab team environment.

Responsibilities

• Select therapy activities to fit Residents' needs and capabilities.
• Assist Residents in carrying out daily activities.
• Monitor Residents' performance in therapy activities and provide encouragement.
• Teach Residents how to use equipment to assist daily function.
• Collaborate with the OT to establish a rehabilitation plan.
• Supervise Residents' activities to ensure proper performance.
• Report Residents' progress to the OT.
• Handle administrative/clerical tasks.

Skills

Patient care

Rehabilitation support

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited OTA Program

New York State OTA License

Job description

Oceanside Care Center in Oceanside, NY is actively seeking a Full-time or Part-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility, offering a 5-star employee atmosphere and strong leadership.

Key duties include selecting therapy activities to fit Residents' needs, assisting with daily tasks, monitoring progress, teaching equipment use, collaborating with the OT to establish rehab plans, supervising activities, reporting progress, and handling administrative tasks.