• Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)-…

    Fedcap (Carmel, NY)


    We are hiring in Carmel NY! Join us for an exciting opportunity as a part time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at 35-38/hr.

    Essential Job Functions:

    + Administers Occupational Therapy patient care programs as planned with and directed by OTR. Receives direct OTR supervision for 10% of treatment time.

    a. Assists the OTR when performing tests, evaluations and/or complex treatment procedures, whenever necessary.

    b. Follows established departmental procedures and observes safety precautions during treatment implementation

    c. Confers on a daily basis or as deemed necessary with the supervising OTR in order to progress the patient's program effectively.

    + Promotes total rehabilitation services and acts as a team member to treatment plan.

    + Documents the patient’s progress in the patient’s medical record and maintain the charts in accordance with departmental protocol.

    + Provides a written and/or illustrated home exercise program when appropriate.

    + Attends and participates in departmental staff and team meetings, in-service programs and continuing education.

    + Maintains accurate records of patient treatment and equipment charges and submit required statistical and billing information.

    + Write formal progress and/or discharge summary notes (co-signed by OTR) to physician on a timely basis.

    + Communicates regularly with physicians and other Allied Health professionals in an effort to provide maximal patient care.

    + Participate in departmental program development and take responsibility for special clinics and programs as assigned.

    + Assist in the maintenance and organization of the work area and equipment noting safety and serviceable defects.

    Education and Experience:

    + Associates degree in Occupational Therapy from a school approved by the AOTA and AMA

    + Registered or eligible for registry by the AOTA

    + Current license by the State Board of Registration in Medicine

    + CPR certified or eligibility for certification

    + Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer