Per-Diem COTA: Inpatient Rehab Support

Community Wellness Partners; Town of Clinton (NY); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Job summary

Community Wellness Partners in Clinton, NY is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to assist the Occupational Therapist with treatments for inpatients. You will carry a caseload under supervision and help implement prescribed therapies.

This role requires NYS COTA certification, completion of an accredited two-year program, strong communication with patients and families, and accurate charting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year accredited OTA program.
• Must possess NYS Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant certificate.
• Ability to collect data from patient charts and document treatment effects.
• Ability to communicate instructions to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a regular patient caseload under supervision by the Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L).
• Assist with data collection for progress and discharge notes.
• Collaborate with the OTR/L on changes to treatments as needed.
• Guide activities of aides and families concerning patient treatment.
• Promote education and professional knowledge within the rehabilitation team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication with patients

Documentation skills

Data collection

Education

Two-year OTA program

NYS OTA certificate

Job description

Community Wellness Partners in Clinton, NY is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to assist the Occupational Therapist with treatments for inpatients. You will carry a caseload under supervision and help implement prescribed therapies.

This role requires NYS COTA certification, completion of an accredited two-year program, strong communication with patients and families, and accurate charting.