CERT OCCUP THER ASST (COTA)

State of careers Rhode Island • Cranston, RI

5d • $73,210 - $82,203 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position involves performing routine occupational therapy treatment procedures on patients or clients under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR). The role requires assisting in the preparation of treatment modalities, developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and instructing patients on the use of adaptive devices. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will also be responsible for maintaining treatment records and ensuring safety precautions are followed.

Requirements

• Graduation from a certified occupational therapy assistant program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
• One (1) year of employment in an occupational therapy program in a public or private hospital, rehabilitation center or similar institution.
• Familiarity with occupational therapy treatment, equipment, accessories, modalities and precautions as applied to patients/clients.
• Ability to gain and maintain cooperation and confidence of patients/clients.
• Ability to follow specific oral and written directions from registered occupational therapists and/or medical staff.
• Ability to assist the registered occupational therapist in achieving patient goals.
• Ability to report patient/client status as necessary.
• Ability to prepare and maintain treatment records.
• Ability to participate and report at team conferences.

Nice To Haves

• Willing and able to travel between both hospital campuses in Cranston, RI, and Pascoag, RI, as clinically needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine occupational therapy treatment procedures on patients or clients as determined by a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR).
• Assist with the preparation of occupational therapy treatment modalities.
• Assist in developing individual patient/client evaluation and treatment plans and techniques.
• Monitor and assess patient/client performance and progress under the supervision of an OTR.
• Recommend to an OTR the modification and/or termination of treatment services.
• Instruct patients/clients in the appropriate use of adaptive devices.
• Observe safety precautions and keep occupational therapy evaluation and treatment areas in good order.
• Prepare and maintain treatment records.
• Do related work as required.

Benefits

• Information regarding benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees can be found on the Office of Employee Benefits' website.
• Direct deposit for all employees is required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree