Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Long Island seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on therapy services in a skilled nursing and rehab setting. The COTA will implement treatment plans under OT supervision, focusing on functional gains, safety, and independence in ADLs for short-term rehab and long-term care residents. Responsibilities include treatments, documentation, family education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team in a compassionate, resident-centered environment that supports professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic treatments under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist
• Implement and progress individualized treatment plans to improve function and independence
• Assist with resident assessments, goal setting, and care planning
• Document treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately and timely
• Educate residents and families on exercises, adaptive techniques, and safety
• Collaborate with nursing, rehab, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain treatment areas, equipment, and infection control standards
• Support discharge planning and recommendations for adaptive equipment

Required Skills

• Occupational therapy treatment implementation
• Knowledge of ADLs and functional mobility training
• Therapeutic exercise and activity grading
• Geriatric and rehab care techniques
• Safe patient handling and transfer techniques
• Use of adaptive and assistive equipment
• Clinical documentation in EMRInfection control and safety practices
• Interdisciplinary care coordination
• Patient and family education