Certified OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (COTA)

Cranford Park Care -

JOB DESCRIPTION

CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (COTA)

DEPARTMENT : REHABILITATION

Job Summary : The purpose of this position is to assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.

QUALIFICATIONS :

1.                    Must hold a current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in the State of New Jersey.

2.                    Must be Covid-19 Vaccinated.

3.                    Must be able to read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner.

4.                    CPR certification.

Job Requirements :

• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional association.
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.
• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with Supervisor.
• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.
• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.
• Attends required meetings as designed by the Director of Rehab and / or Supervisor.
• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients' response to treatment plan.
• Provides constructive feedback to rehab aides.
• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.
• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
• Full knowledge of resident's rights.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Ability to multitask.

Main Duties :