Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - full time

About the Opportunity

Come join us as you take the next step in your career with a team that values your expertise and supports your continued growth! As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, professional development, and delivering high-quality patient care that helps individuals regain independence, improve daily living skills, and enhance overall quality of life following injury or illness.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – Hourly rate starting at $29.38/hr
• Full Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision from Day One
• Career Advancement – Continued Growth & Mentorship Paths
• CEU 360 Membership – Continuous Learning, Covered
• 401(k) + Company Match – Retirement Savings from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment – Plus Tuition Reimbursement
• No Productivity Mandates – Quality over Quotas
• Health & Wellness – Physical & Mental Well-Being Programs

The Role

Our team-focused Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) deliver rehabilitative care under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, supporting patient progress, independence, and high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.

• Assist with patient assessments, treatment planning, and goal achievement
• Provide therapy services, monitor progress, and document outcomes
• Collaborate with patients and care teams to deliver age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care
• Maintain a safe, organized therapy environment and follow safety protocols

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• Current State Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required
• BLS/CPR Certification required
• While 1 year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation hospital is preferred; new grads are encouraged to apply

Physical Requirements

• A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time
• Both gross and precise motor functions
• Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids
• Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care
• Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard