Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

About the role

The occupational therapy assistant performs patient related activities. Services may include but are not limited to purposeful activities or interventions to maximize the independence and the maintenance of health of any individual who is limited by a physical injury or illness, a cognitive impairment, a psychosocial dysfunction, a mental illness, a developmental or learning disability, or an adverse environmental condition.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the occupational therapist when performing tests, evaluation and complex treatment procedures
• Observing, recording and reporting to the therapist the condition, reactions and responses related to assigned duties
• Assisting the therapist in consulting with patients, family members and other health care professionals as appropriate
• Assisting with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment
• Assisting the occupational therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned

Requirements

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification required
• High School Diploma/GED Required
• Strong Interpersonal Skills

Work Environment

Skilled Nursing Facility, Rehabilitation Center, Hospital, or Outpatient Clinic. May involve prolonged standing, lifting, and assisting patients with mobility.

Benefits

• Weekly payroll
• Pay rate $30–$43/hour
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Daily pay – work today, get paid today
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Direct deposit
• Full and part-time positions
• Flexible scheduling