COTA, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Certified occupational therapist assistant (Cota)

SHIFT: Full-Time

Starting rate

$23.00 hr. ($23.00 - $25.00 hr. dependent upon experience.)

Location: Seneca Healthcare

Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, Life Insurance
• Shift Differentials
• Referral Bonus up to $500/referral
• No-Frills Pay Options
• Retirement/401k
• Clinically Complex Positions
• Flexible Schedules

Job description

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to conduct treatment procedures which aim to improve a patient’s day-to-day functioning despite impairment or limited mobility. This position is also responsible for preparing equipment for treatment and occasional clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Conduct treatment procedures
• Prepare equipment for treatment
• Clerical duties as needed

Requirements

• New York State Occupational Therapist licensure
• Current CPR certification
• Physical strength to lift between 50-100lbs
• Able to collaborate with a wide range of health care disciplines, as well as offer insight to patient and family members
• Possess thorough knowledge of the educational and therapeutic values of occupational therapy, as well as the procedures and principles of administration, organization and management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills