Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)- Full Time

US Physical Therapy • Bergen County, NJ

1d • $68,000 - $71,000 • Remote

About The Position

Metro PT/Ignite Rehab is looking for an experienced and reliable Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to work closely with, and under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. We're looking for someone to treat full time within Morris-Passaic-Bergen counties. All levels of experience are encouraged to apply and will train the right new graduate.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program
• Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of New Jersey.
• Must have a minimum of 2 yrs of experience
• Mandatory Certifications: First Aid, AED, & CPR Certifications.
• Ability to travel to patients’ homes within the assigned geographic territory
• Strong communication skills between patients, support staff, and management, including timely responses via text, email, phone, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Home health experience is preferred but not required - We will provide you with a mentor to help with documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Implements the occupational therapy plan of care as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide appropriate care and treatment to patients based on physician care plan, agency policy and professional standards of care.
• Instructs family members, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate occupational therapy techniques.
• Ability to travel to and from the homes of your patients throughout your given territory.
• Strong communication skills between patients, support staff, and management, including timely responses via text, email, phone, etc.
• Must be willing to treat geriatric patients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• generous PTO
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A professional, supportive and fun work environment fostered by a team of well-respected clinicians who take pride in the challenges of meaningful work
• Focus on Patient Care - Quick EMR (No Oasis required)
• Great work/life balance
• Flexibility and Autonomy - see patients any 7 days of the week

What This Job Offers

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