Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)Full-Time | Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Queens, NYPay: $32.76–$36.34/hr. DOEJamaica Hospital Medical Center, a 384-bed community teaching hospital, is seeking a dedicated COTA to join our dynamic Occupational Therapy team. Provide personalized, evidence-based therapy to patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, or chronic pain conditions across inpatient, outpatient, and rehab settings.Your Role:Deliver prescribed occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of an OTRAssist with ADL training, adaptive equipment instruction, and home exercise programsMonitor patient progress and adapt interventions to meet individualized goalsSupport student OTAs through supervision and mentoringMaintain documentation, equipment, and safety standardsCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient careRequirementsGraduate of an accredited COTA program with fieldwork completed Current NYS licensure or eligibility as a COTA Strong communication, organizational, and patient-centered care skills Ability to manage a caseload of 8–14 patients/dayWhy Join Us: Work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team Professional growth and continuing education opportunities Make a real impact on patient recovery and quality of life Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.