COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kids First Services • Monsey, NY

35d • $15 - $22

About The Position

Kids First is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work in collaboration with and under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L), providing individualized care and treatment to clients with various needs. The successful candidate is a team player with good communication skills and a strong willingness to help others. Kids First is a therapy clinic serving children and young adults in Monsey, NY and surrounding areas, offering occupational therapy along with speech and language pathology and behavioral therapy services.

Requirements

• Certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their families.
• Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and techniques of occupational therapy.
• Knowledge of common medical conditions, disabilities, and their effects on patient functioning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Physical strength and dexterity for patient handling tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Availability to work afternoons/evenings and Sundays.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans established by the occupational therapist, including exercises and activities to improve motor and cognitive abilities.
• Evaluate and document patient progress.
• Monitor and adjust treatments accordingly.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADL) to help improve patient independence.
• Demonstrate therapeutic exercises and teach patients how to perform them.
• Provide feedback and support to patients and families.
• Work with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient needs are met.

Benefits

• Full medical insurance, available to eligible employees.
• Dental insurance, available to eligible employees.
• Vision insurance, available to eligible employees.
• Long-term disability coverage, available to eligible employees.
• Short-term disability coverage, available to eligible employees.
• Maternity leave, available to eligible employees.
• Paid time off, available to eligible employees.
• Vacation time, available to eligible employees.
• Opportunities for career advancement and role expansion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed