Perm Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

MedCadre; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCadre in Lanham, MD is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide skilled therapy under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will help patients regain independence by designing and delivering individualized interventions that target daily living activities, mobility, and functional goals.

As part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will monitor progress, document outcomes, and communicate patient status to the supervising OT.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate degree from an accredited OTA program.
• Active state COTA license or certification required.
• Clinical or rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the OT.
• Provide therapeutic activities to improve strength, coordination, mobility, and daily living skills.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and functional tasks.
• Monitor patient response and progress during treatment.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and home programs.
• Assist with adaptive equipment and techniques to promote independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate patient progress and concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
• Follow patient safety, infection-control, and clinical standards.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in OTA

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PermanentPosition Summary

Provide skilled occupational therapy services under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Help patients improve functional abilities, independence, and participation in daily activities through individualized therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic activities to improve strength, coordination, mobility, and daily living skills.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and functional tasks.
• Monitor patient response and progress during treatment.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and home programs.
• Assist with adaptive equipment and techniques to promote independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate patient progress and concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
• Follow patient safety, infection-control, and clinical standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current and active state COTA license or certification.
• Previous clinical or rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work effectively under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.