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PACE Southeast Michigan

COTA

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Eastpointe, MI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Occupational Therapy Aide assists occupational therapists and technicians to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Sets up treatment areas and equipment, handles clerical tasks, and helps move patients. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or an healthcare setting.

$31,872 / year median in Michigan

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

COTA PACE

Southeast Michigan - 3.6 Eastpointe, MI Job Details Full-time 1 hour ago Qualifications Customer communication

Geriatrics Full Job Description SUMMARY:

The broad function is to assist the Occupational Therapist in the clinical implementation of treatment programs by carrying out and modify treatment plans as outlined in the Occupational Therapy evaluation and assist the PACE Southeast Michigan rehabilitation department with exercise/ADL/IADL and participant care related functions as needed. Participates in patient care conferences and program development. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice including HIPAA confidentiality regulations.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

Provide occupational therapy treatments consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the AOTA for Occupation Therapy Assistant both in the day health center and in the community. Legibly documents daily and weekly treatments provided in the patient medical record. Coordinates with other disciplines for effective total patient care. Assures delivery of quality care. Delegates work assignments, responsibilities and patients to support staff as needed. Represents the Occupational Therapy Department to family, visitors and personnel and attends care conferences as requested. Effectively communicates with department staff, company personnel, patients, caregivers and department head. Assist in maintaining, organizing and coordinating appropriate inventory levels of departmental supplies and equipment. Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly clinical are. Actively participate in Quality Assurance initiatives as appropriate. May need to rotate to other facilities or perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Current Michigan COTA license in good standing . Graduate of AOTA approved school with an associate degree in Occupational Therapy. Minimum of one year experience in geriatrics required. Effective written communication skills Effective customer relation skills Effective analytical skills Effective verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements:

Driving:

10%

Lifting:

20% / 50 lbs.

Sitting:

20%

Standing:

20% / 10 lbs.

Walking:

30%