Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Ultimate Therapy•Union, NJ
•Onsite
About The Position
Ultimate Therapy Services is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Autumn Lake at Union. This role involves helping skilled nursing residents develop everyday skills through hands-on treatment, practical instruction, and encouragement, all under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist's plan of care.
Requirements
- Active New Jersey Occupational Therapy Assistant license and COTA certification.
- Ability to follow individualized treatment plans and resident-specific precautions.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and documentation skills.
Nice To Haves
- Skilled nursing experience is a plus; new graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Deliver prescribed occupational therapy interventions tailored to residents' functional goals.
- Guide residents through dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting activities using appropriate assistance and cueing.
- Incorporate therapeutic exercises and purposeful tasks to support upper-extremity function, coordination, and endurance.
- Reinforce adaptive equipment techniques and strategies for conserving energy during daily routines.
- Discuss progress, treatment tolerance, and changes in assistance needs with the supervising OT.
- Maintain timely treatment records and coordinate with nursing and rehabilitation staff to support carryover between sessions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- CEU reimbursement.
- Parental leave and disability insurance.
- Unlimited referral bonus, with up to $1,000 per successful referral.
- Collaboration with the therapy team and support from regional leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
