Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
sigma rehabSyracuse, NY
$65000 - 85000 per year
APPLY (opens in a new tab)Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
sigma rehabSyracuse, NYMid L4
$65000 - 85000 per year
Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and AudiologistsServices for the Elderly and Persons with DisabilitiesOffices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Sigma Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support delivery of high-quality rehab services in a collaborative, patient-centered setting. In this role, you’ll implement treatment plans under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, assist patients with therapeutic exercises and ADL training, and document progress in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards. You’ll communicate closely with patients, families, and the care team, help adapt activities and equipment to improve function and safety, and contribute to discharge planning. Sigma Rehab offers growth opportunities, ongoing training, and a supportive, team-focused culture. Implement occupational therapy treatment plans under supervision of an Occupational Therapist Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, ADL training, and functional activities Observe, measure, and document patient progress in accordance with clinical standards Maintain accurate, timely documentation in EMR and paper records as required Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and use of adaptive equipment Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and physicians to support care plans and goals Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and regulatory requirements Prepare and maintain treatment areas, equipment, and supplies Support discharge planning with functional status updates and recommendations Participate in ongoing training and quality improvement initiatives Occupational therapy treatment implementation Patient assessment support Therapeutic exercise techniques ADL and functional skills training Rehabilitation documentation Care planning collaboration Use of adaptive equipment Infection control procedures Electronic medical records (EMR) Patient and family education Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential Current state licensure or eligibility as an OTA BLS/CPR certification Knowledge of rehabilitation and OT best practices
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Level
Mid L4
Salary
$65000 - 85000 per year
Location
Syracuse, NY
Occupation
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Industry
Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists
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