Occupational Therapy Assistant
Blue Stone Therapy, certified as a Great Place to Work® since 2009, partners with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long-term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.
About the role
Blue Stone Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at Eventide Lincoln Care Center in Lincoln, NE. This role focuses on delivering skilled occupational therapy services in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Occupational Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to implement treatment plans designed to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, strength, cognition, and overall independence.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled occupational therapy treatment in accordance with established plans of care
- Implement individualized treatment programs focused on functional and measurable outcomes
- Treat adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting and rehabilitation settings
- Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress with the supervising Occupational Therapist
- Maintain timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement standards
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
- Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and clinical reasoning skills
- Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Additional benefits subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs
Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.