Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Haverhill, MA

Key Responsibilities Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with cognitive and/or physical functioning disorders under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Participate in required meetings such as patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and rehabilitation meetings, and support student supervision under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist.

Job Title

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Location

Haverhill, MA | Long Term Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with cognitive and/or physical functioning disorders under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Administer rehabilitation procedures including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices
• Assess patient progress and communicate with the supervising Occupational Therapist to adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Document all required clinical information in the electronic documentation system and accurately record treatment minutes per regulatory requirements
• Provide consultation to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers related to cognitive and/or physical disorders
• Participate in required meetings such as patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and rehabilitation meetings, and support student supervision under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of OTA experience required
• Long Term Care (LTC) or rehabilitation experience required
• Active Massachusetts OTA License required
• New graduates may be considered provided they have completed a Level II fieldwork experience (Level I observation experience alone does not qualify)
• Adherence to NBCOT, AOTA, and Massachusetts state practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics standards required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience utilizing evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems used in rehabilitation or long term care settings
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary health care teams on patient progress and treatment planning

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' quality of life in a long term care setting
• Work within a structured, supportive rehabilitation team environment with clear clinical guidance