Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA )

Forest Hill is a staple in the community and continues to evolve to meet the needs of our patients. If you are looking to join our diligent and cheerful team, we would love to meet you!

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.

497 Mount Prospect Ave

Newark NJ, 07401

#2024

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Job Summary:

The occupational therapy assistant performs patient related activities. Services may include but are not limited to purposeful activities or interventions to maximize the independence and the maintenance of health of any individual who is limited by a physical injury or illness, a cognitive impairment, a psychosocial dysfunction, a mental illness, a developmental or learning disability, or an adverse environmental condition.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Major Duties and Critical Tasks:

* Assisting the occupational therapist when performing tests, evaluation and complex treatment procedures

* Observing, recording and reporting to the therapist the condition, reactions and responses related to assigned duties

* Assisting the therapist in consulting with patients, family members and other health care professionals as appropriate

* Assisting with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment

* Assisting the occupational therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Education and Experience:

* Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification

* High School Diploma/GED Required

* Strong Interpersonal Skills: