Occupational Therapy Assistant

Overview Provides occupational therapy interventions to patients under supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT).Assists in monitoring patient progress through observations and follows up with the supervising OT.Implements therapy services as prescribed in the patient’s plan of care and directed by the Coordinator of COTA Services or supervising OT.Performs delegated procedures and related tasks, participates in patient and family education.Reports patient performance observations regularly and documents service-related records accurately and timely.Maintains communication with team members to ensure coordinated, quality care.Participates in team meetings, training, and quality reviews, and ensures supervision visits by an OT.Receives additional supervision as needed, assists in scheduling visits, and commits to professional growth.Engages in special projects and performs other assigned duties. Qualifications Valid occupational therapy assistant certification and registration from NY State.Associate's Degree from a NYS-approved program.Minimum of two years of experience preferred; basic PC skills are a plus.Possibility of requiring a driver's license.Bilingual skills may be required based on operational needs.