Hourly Rate Range: $34.00 - $36.00

When determining a base salary or hourly rate, several factors may be considered as applicable such as years of relevant experience, education, credentials.

About Christian Health:
We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are.

Why Join Our Team:

Across our four campuses, eleven communities, five service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us!

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Outpatient Rehab. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) is responsible for carrying out treatment plans developed by an Occupational Therapist, including therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living training, and mobility assistance.  The COTA will provide treatment by adhering to specific goals developed by the OT. The COTA participates as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, manages resources to meet the needs of the resident balancing outcomes to provide effective and efficient treatment. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health. 

Competencies:

• Carry out the treatment plan designed by the Occupational Therapists.
• Ensures clinical documents is appropriately supervised and co-signed by a licensed OT.
• Teach patients how to perform exercises, use adaptive equipment, and develop strategies to improve their functional abilities.
• Record and report on patient’s progress, limitations, and responses to therapy to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Instruct patients and their families on how to use assistive devices, perform exercises, and make necessary lifestyle and home modifications.
• Collaborates with Occupational Therapist, other therapists, doctors, and families to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient care.
• Assists with preparing the materials and equipment needed for therapy sessions.
• Performs other duties as required.

Schedule:  Full time, 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm Monday - Friday.

Education:  Completion of an accredited program for Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes:

• Discounted health insurance
• Dental Program
• Paid Vacation, Personal days, Holidays and New Jersey Sick leave
• 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older
• Group Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Benefit plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Child Day Care Center on campus
• Gift shop on campus
• Free onsite parking on campus
• Free meals for all employees
• Pay differentials
• Exclusive employee discounts and special offers
• Access to earned wages prior to payday

Demonstrates compliance with the CHCC ASPIRE Standards of Performance.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered certification to practice as a COTA in the State of New Jersey. CPR certification preferred.

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below.

https://christianhealthnj.org/careers