Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $26-41 per hour
Dover, MA, 02030, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- COTA
- occupational therapy
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides patient care under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, delivering treatments and documenting outcomes primarily in a healthcare system setting. This role involves working with patients across a wide age range and requires competencies in clinical procedures and equipment handling. The position mandates licensure, compliance with vaccination policies, and occasional weekend and holiday shifts at MetroWest Medical Center and affiliated hospitals in Massachusetts.
Tenet Massachusetts is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a job in Dover, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Staff
MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a location close to home. The 307-bed regional healthcare system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center has been named to the 2019 America’s 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.
$15K Sign-On Bonus Available!
Job Summary
At the direction of a Registered Occupational Therapist, performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan. Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements. Works with children through geriatric patients with clinical competency. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.
Position requires every other weekend and every other holiday commitment.
Job Responsibilities
Performs selected tests and measurements as directed by therapist; maintains documentation on all treatments; assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use.
Onboarding Process: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.
Qualifications
Education
Required: Associate degree in occupational therapy assistant, Active U.S. military service members, or veterans with any military service, training, or education verified and credited by an accredited OTA program is acceptable
Experience
Preferred: 1 year of experience
Certifications
Required: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant by AOTA. Licensure, as required by State law.
Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.
Tenet Mass Job ID #2403008871. Posted job title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
About Tenet MassachusettsFacilities:
Saint Vincent Hospital – Worcester, MA
MetroWest Medical Center – Framingham, MA
Leonard Morse Hospital – Natick, MA (part of MWMC)
MA - SVH
Tenet’s Saint Vincent Hospital has been providing high-quality health care to Worcester and the surrounding communities for more than 125 years. At Saint Vincent Hospital, we believe you should have access to the treatments you need without having to travel far from home. We are proud to have been the first hospital in central Massachusetts to offer robotically assisted surgical procedures and minimally invasive, computer-assisted joint replacements. Among the distinctions that we have received include our designations as a Blue Distinction Center for
Cardiac Services, Bariatric Surgery, and both Knee and Hip Replacement. We continue to be leaders in state-of-the-art treatments like our CyberKnife Radiosurgery, and our Cardiac Rehabilitation Program which offers a unique, specialized approach to overcoming heart health challenges. Healthgrades awarded Saint Vincent Hospital #1 in Cardiology in the state and one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention in 2023 and 2024, which puts Saint Vincent Hospital in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for coronary intervention. At Saint Vincent Hospital, you can grow your career skills through a wide range of specialties, and help support the overall health of our community.
MA - MWMC
Tenet’s MetroWest Medical Center has been serving the community since we opened as the first public medical facility in Framingham in 1893. MetroWest Medical Center is comprised of Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital, a unique behavioral health specialty center located in Natick dedicated to the mental health of our community. At Framingham Union Hospital, you’ll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family including 24-hour
emergency care, advanced cardiac care, high-tech cancer treatments, and advanced maternity care including our Special Care Level IIB nursery and high risky pregnancy care. MetroWest Medical Center was recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval, a symbol of quality that reflects our commitment to meeting performance standards and providing safe and effective patient care. Our skilled cardiac team has been recognized as one of Healthgrades’ America’s 100 best hospitals for Coronary Intervention and ranked among the top 5% in the nation for coronary interventional procedures in 2023. At MetroWest Medical Center, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of our community.
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Sign-On bonus
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