We Offer Competitive Salary, Full Benefits Package, Paid time Off and Opportunities for Professional Growth

Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation is actively seeking to hireanOccupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). The ideal candidate will be a professional, compassionate and outgoing individual who will provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT). We are looking for a committed and patient-focused COTA to assist in the development, recovery and maintenance of daily living and work skills of people with physical, mental or developmental conditions. You will offer effective and client-centered services that will enable people to confidently and independently carry out the everyday tasks and activities.

Requirements:

• Executes established patient treatment plans under the direction of an OTR.
• Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.
• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.
• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.
• Attends required meetings as designed by the Director of Rehab and/or Supervisor.
• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients’ response to treatment
• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with Supervisor.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.
• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.

Qualifications:

·Associate's degree from an accredited COTA program.

·Able to practice unencumbered.

·In good standing with all regulatory agencies and New Jersey State licensing boards.

·Full knowledge of resident’s rights.

·Exudes professionalism in presentation.

·Portrays positive attitude for peers, patients and community.

·Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.

·CPR certification.

ABOUT US:

We are a premier skilled nursing facility located in Mercer County, New Jersey dedicated to provide outstanding care to our residents in a warm, nurturing environment that allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality and dignity. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and are constantly looking to be the best at what we do. Please join us and begin a rewarding and exceptional career.

Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment with Sapphire Nursing are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, participating in mandatory vaccine programs (e.g., Covid-19), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Covid-19, TB) and using designated PPE when required.

EOE Statement:

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status