PACE Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

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Position Summary: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) is responsible under the supervision of the Occupation Therapist for implementation of a program of occupational therapy for PACE patients to help them to remain independent and live safely in the community. Additionally, the COTA executes occupation therapy programs tailored to each participant’s needs. The COTA encourages participation in tasks and therapies designed to restore, reinforce and enhance independence and productivity following illness or injury. The COTA serves the center’s geriatric population consisting of PACE participants to help them remain independent and continue to live safely in the community. Essential Functions of the Job: - Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist implements individualized and group occupational therapy treatments for patients enrolled in PACE and accessing day services. - Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist implements the individualized plan of care to decrease or eliminate disability, increase or maintain capability for independence, and develop function to a maximum level. Makes recommendations to modify treatments as needed. - Ensure that the...