Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

RI Software
Any Location, RI
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

Perform routine occupational therapy treatment procedures on patients or clients under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR).

What You Will Do

Assist with treatment preparation, develop individual patient/client evaluation and treatment plans, monitor patient/client performance, and instruct patients/clients in adaptive device use.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Requires a familiarity with occupational therapy treatment, equipment, and precautions, as well as the ability to gain and maintain patient cooperation and confidence.

Requirements

  • Graduation from a certified occupational therapy assistant program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board
  • One (1) year of employment in an occupational therapy program in a public or private hospital, rehabilitation center, or similar institution

Benefits

  • Direct deposit for all employees
  • Benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees (visit http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/ for more information)
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