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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Job Description

Qualifications

1.Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy that is recognized bythe AOTA.

2.Recognized by the NBCOT as a designated COTA (if state mandated).

3.Holds current license and/or registration in the state (as applicable).

Job Responsibilities1.Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines.2.Assist OT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.3.Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain theco-signature of the OTR.4.Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, re-certifications and discharges.5.Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.6.Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.7.Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.8.Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.9.Complete billing logs and bill patients ethically and accurately for occupational therapy services rendered.10.Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.11.Supervise junior COTA staff members or students as needed.12.Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.13.Provide in-service education regarding patient care or occupational therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff,hospitals and/or community as needed.14.Comply with all facility policies and procedures.15.Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.16.Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and project a professional image at all times.17.Adhere to productivity requirements, complete productivity reports and submit in a timely manner.18.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so asto foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers19.Perform all other duties assigned by the department supervisor, lead therapist or regional manager.20.Comply with all HR policies re: lunch, overtime, sick and time off notification.21.Adhere to any and all other written and oral policies and procedures.22.Be available to travel to facilities within reasonable distance when requested.

Physical Demands

Employee should be able to lift patients, transfer patients, lift weights, transport patients and perform treatment on the mat. Employee should be knowledgeable in and exercise good body mechanics during patient treatment.