Certified occupational therapy assistant provides delivery of Occupational Therapy services in accordance with the primary Occupational Therapy patient Plan of Care (POC) in compliance with state regulations that pertain to occupational therapy assistants (COTAs).Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Help patients with poor social skills and learning disabilities
Supervise patients' activities to ensure they are done properly
Assess patient needs, plan for, evaluate, and modify care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions
Collaborate with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient
Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction
Enhance physical and functional abilities
Restore, maintain, and promote optimal physical function, optimal wellness and fitness, and optimal quality of life
Prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries
Aid in the provision of rehabilitative services for people suffering from mental, physical, emotional or developmental impairments
Help clients improve their quality of life by helping them to compensate for limitations
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $28.00 - $45.00 per hour
Education:
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Preferred)
- COTA (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Multiple locations
