Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Great Benefits!! - Jersey Shore Post Acute Rehabilitation and Nursing

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant -COTA for Jersey Shore Post Acute Rehabilitation and Nursing in Neptune

Shift/hours: Full Time

Working at Jersey Shore Post Acute truly means becoming a member of our family. We believe caring for seniors is a uniquely rewarding experience and there is no better place to realize that experience than with us.

As a Jersey Shore Post Acute employee, you will be an integral member of our team, and share in the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents each and every day.

Full Time – Job description

NOW HIRING

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant -COTA

We offer:

• Competitive salary



• Excellent Benefits



• Career Advancement



• Training Programs and support

OTA Duties Include:

• OTA will work as part of the therapy team and under the guidance of an OT



• OTA will select therapy activities to fit Residents' needs and capabilities.



• OTA will assist Residents in carrying out daily activities.



• OTA will monitor Residents' performance in therapy activities, providing encouragement.



• OTA will teach Residents how to use special equipment to assist with daily function.



• OTA will work in collaboration with the OT to establish a rehabilitation plan.



• OTA will supervise Residents' activities to ensure they are done properly.



• OTA will report the Resident's progress to the OT.



• OTA will handle administrative and clerical tasks for therapy team.

OTA Requirements Include:

• A graduate of an accredited OTA Program



• Current  OTA License



• Experience in long-term-care settings preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA for Jersey Post Acute Care in Neptune, NJ. Come join a FABULOUS team and take advantage of this IN-HOUSE opportunity right by the Jersey Shore!

Shift/hours: Full-time (part time and PRN also available)

NOW HIRING COTA – Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA, Full-time

We offer:

Excellent Compensation

Great Benefits Package

Training Programs and Support Career Advancement!

COTA Duties Include: COTA will work as part of the Therapy Team under the guidance of OT.

COTA will measure and record Residents function, ADLs, and self-care training.

COTA will observe Residents and write progress reports.

COTA will assist Residents in carrying out specific exercises.

COTA will treat Residents with varieties of techniques, like self-care and ADL training.

COTA will help Residents use necessary equipment and devices.

COTA will educate Residents on how to exercise properly to strengthen muscle and improve ADLs.

COTA will maintain Residents’ confidence by keeping information confidential.

COTA will Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.

COTA contributes to the entire team’s effort and goals.

COTA Requirements Include:

A graduate of an accredited COTA Program

Current New Jersey State COTA License

Experience in long-term-care settings preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Required License/Certifications: COTA License

We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, affection, or sexual orientation, marital status, atypical heredity, cellular or blood trait, nationality, religion, disability and liability for services in the United States armed forces or any other legally protected status. We will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees with a disability.

Required License/Certifications: OTA License