About the Role
HealthPro Heritage has a great Full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Opportunity for our skilled nursing facility, St. Johns-Rochester, NY. This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
- Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
- Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
- Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
- Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.
Location
- Rochester, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- New graduates encouraged to apply
- Previous experience preferred
Education Level
- Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Salary/Compensations
- $30-$34 hourly
Benefits
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
About the Company
- HealthPro Heritage is a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- HealthPro Heritage is a therapist-led, diverse organization providing clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools and clinics.
- HealthPro Heritage values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Equal Opportunity
- HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
- In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.
- This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
