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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Cayuga Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Ithaca, NY, United States


Cayuga Nursing & Rehabilitation Center -

**$2000 Sign on Bonus Available** We are looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to work under the direction and supervision of Occupational Therapists as well as the Director of Therapy.


Typical work duties: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants typically do the following:



  • Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines

  • Document patients progress on weekly progress note in an accurate and timely fashion

  • Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by supervisor

  • Complete billing logs and bill patients ethically and accurately for occupational therapy services rendered

  • Cover other therapists patient caseload during absence as necessary

  • Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families

  • Provide inservice education regarding patient care or occupational therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed

  • Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights

  • Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and project a professional image at all times

  • Adhere to productivity requirements, complete productivity reports and submit in a timely manner

  • Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers

  • Perform all other duties assigned by the department supervisor, lead therapist or regional manager


Requirements:



  • A minimum of an Associates degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

  • Successful passage of the National Board of Certified Occupational Therapists (NBCOT) COTA examination

  • Has current OTA license (or is license-eligible) in state of practice