Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

About the role

Are you a highly skilled, compassionate COTA looking for a Full Time, flexible schedule and the opportunity to improve the quality of life of residents at a 4 Star Quality Measures rehab and nursing facility? Susquehanna Health & Wellness Center has the perfect opportunity for YOU!

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, organizing, developing, and delivering of Occupational Therapy Services in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, to ensure the highest degree of quality resident is continuously maintained.
• Providing individual therapy services to residents according to the care plans.
• Assisting in resident assessment activities as needed
• Assisting as needed in developing therapy plans for individual residents in conjunction with MDS.
• Keeping the Therapist informed of any need to adjust therapy plans to match or support resident care plan goals.
• Briefing residents in procedures involved in occupational therapy and preparing necessary equipment.
• Participating in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc.
• Interviewing residents and family members, as necessary.
• Coordinating therapy appointments with other departments.
• Following therapy department safety standards.
• Maintaining the care and use of supplies, equipment, and appearance of the therapy area.

Requirements

• An associate degree from an accredited college or university for COTA is required.
• A minimum of one year of related experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility or other related medical facility is required, as is the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply and will be considered.
• Demonstrate patience, courtesy, excellent customer service skills, dependability, attention to detail and flexibility.
• Must successfully complete a post‑offer, pre‑employment criminal background check and physical/drug screen.
• Ability to thrive in a team‑centered culture that supports the values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence).

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance Available
• Daily Pay! – get paid when you need it
• Industry Competitive Rates!
• One Location, No Daily Travel
• Comprehensive Benefits Package and 401(k)
• Core Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire (Full‑Time)
• Increased PTO to include holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee Referral Program
• Industry‑leading orientation and training with ongoing management support
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employer that cares about YOU

Pay

Industry Competitive Rates! with Daily Pay option.

Schedule

Full‑Time position with a flexible schedule.