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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

The Willows at East Lansing

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Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$34 - $36 / HOURPosted 10 days agoCloses Jun 9

Location

East Lansing, Michigan

Salary

$34 - $36 / HOUR

Quick overview

The COTA provides therapeutic interventions and assists in carrying out treatment plans developed by Occupational Therapists. Responsibilities include guiding patients in activities of daily living and documenting progress within an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program and maintain a valid state OTA licensure. CPR certification is preferred, and 0-1 years of experience is required.

associate degreeprofessional certificatePatient EducationInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient DocumentationTherapeutic InterventionsAdaptive TechniquesFunctional Ability ImprovementADL Training

Job description

Overview We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

Responsibilities

Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you’re looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Synchrony.

Qualifications

  • Job SummaryThe Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. Licenses and CertificationsMust have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification Current valid CPR certification, preferred QualificationsEducation: Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited programExperience: 0-1 years Roles and Responsibilities
  • Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living (ADL) training, and other interventions.
  • Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques aimed at improving their functional abilities and independence.
  • Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
  • Provide education and guidance to patients and their families on home exercises, adaptive techniques, and strategies to support continued progress.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
  • Other duties as assigned. #rehab GET IN TOUCH Joyce (517) 684-3435

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Match
  • Weekly Pay
  • Student Loan Repayment

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The Willows at East Lansing is hiring for education-focused roles in East Lansing, Michigan. This opening is listed as full_time.

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