Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:

○ Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, sensory integration activities, and adaptive equipment training.

○ Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).

○ Educate patients and their families on home exercise programs and injury prevention.

• Evaluation:

○ Assist the occupational therapist in conducting initial evaluations and reassessments.

○ Collect and record patient data, such as range of motion, strength, and functional abilities.

• Treatment Planning:

○ Contribute to the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.

○ Modify treatment plans as needed to optimize patient outcomes.

• Documentation:

○ Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

○ Adhere to all regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, Medicare, and state licensing boards.

• Collaboration:

○ Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated and effective care