Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) assists occupational therapists with planning and conducting programs to help patients in regaining physical and mental stability . KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviews medical history of patients and assists in developing personalized plans to improve the health and wellness of individuals. Assists in the assessment of a patient's mental or physical condition. Evaluates and reports patient's reactions to the program and initiates changes accordingly. Emphasizes improving the daily quality of life for patients through analyzing their home and or work environment and providing recommendations for accommodating these areas. Follows treatment plan developed in collaboration with occupational therapist by teaching techniques. Provides education to family members and or employer on matters of accommodations and program progress. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations. Other duties as assigned.