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ACHIEVE lists this Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant opportunity in cortland, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
nCortland, NY (
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nDescription
nCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Position Summary
nSchedule:Full Time, Monday through Friday with flexible scheduling based on clinic and community needs
nPay:25.00 per hour
nLocation:Madison & Cortland County service areas
nBenefits:Medical, dental, vision, retirement, company-paid life and disability coverage, optional voluntary plans, and generous paid time off for eligible full-time employees.
nWhy Join ACHIEVE
nAt ACHIEVE, you'll do more than provide therapy services, you'll help individuals develop the skills they need to live, work, and participate more independently in their communities. Join a mission-driven organization where collaboration, professional growth, and person-centered care are at the heart of everything we do.
nTheCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)provides occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The COTA works closely with individuals, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to implement treatment plans designed to improve daily living, vocational, and functional skills.
nEssential Duties & Responsibilities
nnnProvide occupational therapy services in accordance with treatment plans established by a licensed Occupational Therapist.
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nnAssist individuals in developing functional, vocational, prevocational, homemaking, and activities of daily living skills.
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nnImplement therapeutic interventions and activities that promote independence and participation in everyday life.
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nnCollaborate with physicians, therapists, caregivers, and support staff to ensure continuity of care.
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nnEducate and train staff and caregivers on therapeutic strategies and program implementation.
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nnComplete all required clinical documentation, treatment notes, billing records, and reports accurately and timely.
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nnSupport individuals and staff in carrying over therapeutic programs into daily routines and community activities.
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nnParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning discussions.
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nnTravel to community locations, program sites, schools, homes, or other service settings as needed.
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nnMaintain professional standards, confidentiality, and compliance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
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nnMaintain current licensure, certifications, and credentialing requirements.
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nnDemonstrate and model ACHIEVE's mission, values, and commitment to person-centered supports.
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nnContribute to quality improvement initiatives and agency-wide success.
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nnPerform other related duties as assigned.
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n nRequirements
nnnAssociate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
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nnCurrent New York State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license or eligibility for licensure.
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nnValid New York State driver's license acceptable to the agency's insurance carrier.
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nnAbility to travel throughout the service area as needed.
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Worksite address
cortland, NY, 13045, US
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