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NEW RATES! Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
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What they do
An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$62,190 / year median in New York
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Benefits We Offer Our Valued Staff:
$35-$44 Per Hour Full Time + Per-diem shifts available True Job Flexibility Daily Pay Available!Full-time employees will receive:
PTO (8 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days, 10 Vacation Days) Health Benefits Package Options Dental Insurance Plan Option Vision Insurance Plan Options 401k Match! Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)Skills and Qualifications:
Successful completion of the academic requirements of an educational program for the occupational therapy assistant recognized by the Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. Such program shall be accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, or its successor Member of state and national American Occupational Therapy Association, preferred Professional attitude and appearance Proficient administrative and public relations skills Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in occupational therapy Thorough knowledge of the possible hazards to patients during treatment and necessary precautionary and remedial measures Training in the use of prescriptive devices (electrical stimulation, ultrasound), preferred Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and to obtain their cooperation in the treatment prescribed Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the medical staff and other personnel Demonstrate emotional stability in order to cope with the demands of both patients and employees Must maintain patient and employee confidentiality Knowledge of Medicare and third party reimbursement, preferred A Current Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license by the State isREQUIRED.
Experience is preferred, however we are accepting new grads.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance