Occupational Therapy Assistant
About The Position
Presbyterian is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient recovery through hands-on, goal-driven interventions under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, helping patients restore function, independence, and confidence in everyday life. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) on our team, you’ll have a hands-on role in supporting patients as they work toward greater independence, improved function, and a higher quality of life. This is a collaborative and rewarding opportunity to work under an Occupational Therapist, grow your clinical skills, and make a real difference in patients’ daily lives.
Requirements
- Two to three years of college-level coursework, Associate Degree, or Diploma in Occupational Therapy Assistant required
- Current Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license required
- Less than one year of Occupational Therapy experience required
Responsibilities
- Implements individualized treatment programs to improve physical, psychosocial, and developmental function and support independence in activities of daily living.
- May modify treatment approaches within the established plan of care developed by the Occupational Therapist based on patient status and progress.
- Assists with the selection, setup, and use of adaptive equipment and/or splinting to promote patient independence and functional performance.
- Provides education and training to patients, families, and caregivers on home programs, adaptive strategies, and preventive care.
- Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with professional and departmental standards.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care team members to support coordinated care.
- Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and standards related to quality assurance, safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
- Participates in ongoing education, in-services, and required meetings to support professional growth and clinical competency.
- Contributes to special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
- free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
