Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting Occupational Therapists in providing high-quality rehabilitative services to residents, helping them regain independence in activities of daily living and improve their overall quality of life.

Reports to: Director of Rehabilitation

Schedule: Part-Time, Weekdays, Weekends (As Needed), 8 Hour Shifts

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist Occupational Therapists in conducting assessments to evaluate residents’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning, including their ability to perform activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by Occupational Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities, and interventions aimed at improving residents’ functional abilities and achieving treatment goals.
• Provide hands-on assistance and guidance to residents during therapy sessions, ensuring safety, proper technique, and optimal therapeutic outcomes.
• Utilize adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environment modifications to facilitate residents’ participation in therapy activities and enhance their independence in daily tasks.
• Document resident progress, treatment interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with Occupational Therapists, nursing staff, and other team members to coordinate care, share information, and promote continuity of services.
• Collaborate with residents and their families to establish realistic goals, educate them on therapeutic techniques and strategies, and provide support and encouragement throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and discharge planning discussions to contribute to resident care planning and goal setting.
• Stay current on best practices, evidence-based interventions, and regulatory changes in the field of occupational therapy, participating in continuing education and professional development activities as needed.
• Maintain professional licensure and adhere to ethical standards set forth by relevant professional organizations.
• Perform all other duties assigned.