Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Healthpro Heritage, LLC•Manchester, NH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage has a great Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity in Manchester, NH! This is a PRN position with weekdays and weekends available, located at St. Teresa in Manchester, NH. The role involves assisting in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, tracking and documenting patient progress, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and leading or assisting patients with therapeutic activities. St. Teresa Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a respected skilled nursing facility known for compassionate care, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality therapy services. The therapy gym is spacious, modern, and fully equipped, featuring VirtuSense technology, parallel bars for gait and balance training, practice stairs, a high-low treatment table, and a complete selection of weights and therapeutic tools. HealthPro Heritage offers a fulfilling career where you can make a positive impact on lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.