Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant assists an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities for patients who may have developmental, physical and emotional impairments or who are recovering from injury. Prepares adaptive equipment used during treatment and supports patient activities. Being a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant documents therapeutic activities and details of patients progress. Requires an associate degree. Additionally, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant requires NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) certification. Typically reports to an occupational therapist. Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
We have an immediate need for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) who is seeking a permanent position in a skilled nursing facility (SNF).
As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), you will responsible for executing effective treatment plans to restore, compensate or adapt for loss of patient function, which will be established by a licensed therapist and planning and administering medically prescribed therapy treatments in accordance with federal, state and professional standards governing the facility and their discipline.