Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-COTA

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist Assistant will help occupational therapists provide therapy treatments and procedures.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works with occupational therapists to plan, implement, and administer educational, vocational, and recreational programs to restore and enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments. Selects therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities. Observes and records patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records
• Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient
• Instructs or assists in instructing patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment. Implements or assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently
• Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients
• Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use
• Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect
• Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games
• Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area
• Attends care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans
• Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Apply Now and Join Our Team If You

• Are passionate about the work you do
• Want to be part of a collaborative team
• Enjoy caring for and making a difference in other people’s lives
• Have a desire to work for a company who is dedicated to providing quality services

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We are an equal employment opportunity employer!

Email grouprecruiting@rennesgroup.com or call (920) 338-4150 with questions.