Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Heritage•Garfield Heights, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage has a great opportunity for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Jennings for Older Adults in Garfield Heights, OH. This is a full-time position in a long-term-care setting. Jennings offers a well-established continuing care campus where OTs can work across multiple levels of care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, enjoy convenient amenities like on-site childcare, and provide therapy in a highly regarded senior living community. HealthPro Heritage is a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions, offering continuous learning and development opportunities, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to excellence. We provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.