Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Bronx

FlexStaff • Village of New Hyde Park, NY

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About The Position

FlexStaff is seeking a COTA for our client, a non-profit organization providing services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited OTA school.
• NY State license, limited permit, or license-eligible.
• NBCOT exam passed or within one year of hire.
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment and therapeutic activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word.
• Ability to perform various patient transfers (pivot, two-person lift, mechanical lift).
• Ability to travel to assigned sites.
• Participate in mandatory educational programs.
• Maintain current licensure and certifications.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies, including corporate compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and verify physician orders and OT assessments.
• Maintain up-to-date prescriptions per NYS DOH and OPWDD guidelines.
• Communicate with supervising OT regarding patient progress and functional areas.
• Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Incorporate input from patients, families, and direct care staff into treatment.
• Write clear, measurable, outcome-oriented documentation in the EMR within required timeframes.
• Train patients, families, and staff in supportive programs.
• Participate in care plan/team meetings.
• Follow documented treatment plans, which may include ROM, therapeutic exercise, cognitive/perceptual retraining, ADL training, wheelchair mobility, pre-vocational skills, and modality application.
• Consult with supervising OT for treatment modifications.
• Perform other assigned duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees