Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Committed to promoting wellness, healing, and independence for all lives we touch.

Eastern Healthcare is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide rehabilitative care to the residents and assist the work of the Occupational Therapist. Such care must be in accordance with current Federal, State, and Local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may also be required by the Occupational Therapist to maintain the highest degree of quality care at all times.

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities
• Positive work environment
• Excellent Training
• Competitive Pay and Benefits

Responsibilities of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs
• Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility
• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
• Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
• Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Consult and practice with other health professionals
• Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress
• Document patient care services

Qualifications/Requirements of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.