What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant position at The McGuire Group?
CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA)
SHIFT: Full-Time
STARTING RATE: $23.00 hr. ($23.00 - $25.00 hr. dependent upon experience.)
BENEFITS:
- Weekly Paychecks
- Same-Day Pay Options
- Health, Dental, Life Insurance
- Shift Differentials
- Referral Bonus up to $500/referral
- No-Frills Pay Options
- Retirement/401k
- Clinically Complex Positions
- Flexible Schedules
JOB DESCRIPTION:
A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to conduct treatment procedures which aim to improve a patient’s day-to-day functioning despite impairment or limited mobility. This position is also responsible for preparing equipment for treatment and occasional clerical duties.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct treatment procedures
- Prepare equipment for treatment
- Clerical duties as needed
REQUIREMENTS:
- New York State Occupational Therapist licensure
- Current CPR certification
- Physical strength to lift between 50-100lbs
- Able to collaborate with a wide range of health care disciplines, as well as offer insight to patient and family members
- Possess thorough knowledge of the educational and therapeutic values of occupational therapy, as well as the procedures and principles of administration, organization and management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
ABOUT US:
The McGuire Group is a portfolio of six health care facilities in New York state, including: Autumn View Health Care Facility in Hamburg; Brookhaven Health Care Facility in East Patchogue; Garden Gate Health Care Facility in Cheektowaga; Harris Hill Nursing Facility in Williamsville; Northgate Health Care Facility in North Tonawanda and Seneca Health Care Center in West Seneca. We’re proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, Taconic Health Care and VestraCare.
Salary : $23 - $25
