Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Position Summary

· Masonic Care Community is looking for a full-time motivated, compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant who will support the delivery of high quality care to residents in our short-term rehab as well as long term care within our skilled nursing facility. Under the supervision of a licensed OT, the COTA will carry out individualized treatment plans to promote highest level of functional independence, safety and engagement in meaningful activities and improved quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

· Provide occupational therapy treatments (individualized, concurrent and group) as established in the plan of care, including therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activity, neuromuscular re-education, ADL/IADLs, balance activities, wheelchair management, orthotic management as well as modalities as permitted by NYS practice guidelines.

· Assist residents in performing therapeutic exercises and functional activities to improve their strength, coordination, mobility and functional activity tolerance, cognition and ADL/IADL performance.

· Document resident performance, progress and response to treatment and report any changes and/or recommendations to the supervising occupational therapist.

· Participate in staff meeting, care conferences and discharge planning.

· Participating in educating residents, families and caregivers for safe transfer/mobility techniques, self-care techniques, fall prevention and home exercise programs.

· Maintain effective, accurate and timely documentation in accordance to facility, state and federal guidelines.

· Demonstrate proper use of equipment and assist in ensuring a clean, safe and therapeutic environment.

· Demonstrate professional, ethical and regulatory standards as well as compliance with HIPPA and facility policies.

Qualifications

· Graduate of an accredited OTA program

· Current state licensure or eligibility for NYS licensure as a OTA/COTA

· Experience in a skilled nursing facility as well as short term rehab and long term care

· Excellent communication skills, teamwork and resident centered approach to care

Pay: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $29