Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Lowell, 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 an 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

Lowell, MA | Long Term Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Full-Time | 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 an 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

• Minimum of 1 year of OTA experience (required)
• Long Term Care or Rehabilitation setting experience (required)
• Active COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) license (required)
• Active Massachusetts State Licensure/Registration (required)
• Adherence to NBCOT/AOTA and state-required practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience utilizing evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems for clinical recordkeeping
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary health care teams on patient care planning

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a Long Term Care setting, supporting patients in regaining independence and quality of life
• Work within a structured, team-oriented rehabilitation environment with clear clinical support and supervision