Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA at Putnam Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Kent Hills, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

38.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation, ADL Functions, Treatment Planning, Billing Information Entry, Progress Reporting, Team Coordination, Equipment Provision, Supply Requisition, Equipment Design, Training, Chart Notes, Documentation, MDS, PRI, Care Planning

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description * FULL-TIME * We offer EXCELLENT benefits including Aetna Health benefits on the 1st of the month after hire, along with other key benefits!! Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA Position Summary Putnam Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has been trusted by families to care for their loved ones. We have maintained the highest regard for our mission to provide high quality care to all individuals with respect and compassion through an interdisciplinary approach that focuses on personalized goals in achieving maximum potential and quality of life. You will work alongside fellow caregivers to provide high quality patient care. The role of the COTA is to plan, organize and conduct occupational therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation of those residents who have experienced a decrease in ADL functions. To be assigned as staffing requires. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will establish and perform treatment programs for assigned residents. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will upgrade goods as appropriate and physician order recommendations. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will enter billing information in an accurate and timely manner. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA will report resident progress in meetings, i.e. Medicare A Meetings. Consult with other members of rehabilitation team to coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities. Provide residents with equipment as appropriate & inform Social Services of equipment needs at discharge. Requisitions supplies and equipment. Design and construct special equipment for individuals and suggest adaptation of individual’s living environment. Lay out materials for individual’s use and return equipment to appropriate place. Conduct training programs for other workers/families in occupational therapy techniques and objectives for resident care. Chart notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the therapy provided to the residents as well as the resident’s response to the therapy. Perform routine documentation as required and in accordance with our established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in resident’s medical record. Follow all facility policies and procedures. Perform other related duties as required and assigned. Requirements The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is trained and licensed, meeting the qualifications set forth by the NYS Board of Education and the NYS Rules and Regulation requirements/ Graduate of an approved Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. Training certification by the AOTCB and current licensure in good standing with the NYS Board of Education. One (1) year experience in the skilled nursing facility setting, preferred. Experience with MDS, PRI and Comprehensive Care Planning. Entry-level knowledge and professional competency of the practice of occupational therapy as set forth by the NYS Board of Education and the AOTA. Candidate will have the physical ability to perform job related duties, which may require lifting, bending, stooping, stretching, pulling and pushing up to 50lbs or more as needed. Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 845.878.3241 and ask to speak to the HR Dept. or email us at HR@putnamrehab.com *Disclaimer: This is a general job summary for advertisement purposes only. A full comprehensive job description can be provided upon request or during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs to facilitate the rehabilitation of residents experiencing decreased Activities of Daily Living (ADL) functions. Responsibilities include establishing and performing treatment programs, entering billing information accurately, reporting resident progress, and consulting with the rehabilitation team.