COTA

The McGuire Group Health Care Facilities•Town of Amherst, NY

2d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Harris Hill Nursing Facility is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join its rehabilitation team. Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the COTA provides therapeutic interventions to help residents improve function, maintain independence, and achieve their highest level of performance. The role includes assisting with assessments and treatment planning within the COTA scope of practice, monitoring resident progress, maintaining clinical documentation, and educating residents, families, and staff. Harris Hill Nursing Facility is part of The McGuire Group and is a CMS 5-Star rated facility in Williamsville, New York.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science degree from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Valid New York State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license required.
Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members.
Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.

Nice To Haves

Skilled nursing facility experience preferred.
Newly licensed COTAs are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Implement occupational therapy treatment programs under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
Assist with resident assessments and contribute to treatment planning within the COTA scope of practice.
Provide therapeutic interventions focused on improving functional abilities, activities of daily living, mobility, strength, and independence.
Monitor resident progress and communicate findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Complete documentation, care plans, billing, and clinical records accurately and in a timely manner.
Educate residents, families, and staff on therapy techniques, adaptive equipment, and home exercise programs.
Train and support rehabilitation aides as assigned.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, discharge planning, and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure residents receive prescribed therapy services and treatment minutes.
Perform additional duties as assigned.