Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Job Description
The COT A under the direction of the OTR carries out treatment, documents in-services to staff, fabricates adaptive equipment as well as all treatment interventions. Job Duties and Responsibilities
Carry out treatment program for individualized patients based on a plan developed by the OTR. Instruct patients in activities of daily living to increase independent self-care. Work in an interdisciplinary team to facilitate and coordinate multiple interventions (i.e., with Nursing, Recreation, Speech and Physical Therapy, etc.). Identify the need for and fabricate assistive devices and splints to meet the individual needs of patients. Provide follow-up on assistive devices. Write monthly/weekly progress notes on specific patients, dated and countersigned by the OTR. Carry out Quality Assurance audits, as designated by the OTR. Monitor ongoing wheelchair positioning programs and provide adaptive positioning devices as needed. Maintain inventory lists and inform the OTR of equipment orders needed. Carry out floor feeding programs.
Qualifications: The COTA must have completed an approved course of study and must be certified by the New York State Education Department. Limited Permits accepted; newly graduated candidates are welcome to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr