NH - Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified (COTA)

				Overview:

Assist in the performance of occupational therapy treatment procedures and related duties under the supervision and direction of a licensed occupational therapist.

Responsibilities:

* Assist in the assessment of occupational therapy treatment. 
* Document patient care and progress to include keeping records and statistics.
* Assist in educating patients about their care and treatment. 
* Assist the Occupational Therapist in the clinical instruction of occupational therapy assistant students.
* Care of environment and equipment, review inventory and the working condition of equipment.
* Attending meetings and in-service programs.
* Comply with department and regulatory standards and policies. 
* Recommend changes in procedures as appropriate.
* Performs other tasks as requested.

Qualifications:

Education:

* Associate's Degree from an AOTA accredited physical therapist assistant program.

Experience:

* May be new graduate but some experience in occupational therapy programs helpful and preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

* Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Ability to fully utilize BHMC's electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position.  

Licenses, Certifications:

* Associate's Degree from an AOTA accredited occupational therapist assistant program.
* New York State Certification as Occupational Therapist Assistant and current NYS Registration.

Physical Requirements:

* Position requires prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day.  
* Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds.
			

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The Brookdale Hospital Medical Center