Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Full-Time
About The Position
Independence Rehab is hiring a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for Bethany at Pacific, a highly regarded skilled nursing facility in Everett, WA. If you're looking for a SNF role with stability, support, and protection from unrealistic facility pressure, this is a great fit. We're a small, therapist-owned company that manages therapy operations independently - meaning we advocate for our clinicians and value strong clinical judgment. What Makes Independence Rehab Different ✅ Low DOR / management turnover (stable leadership) ✅ Strong corporate involvement + personalized support ✅ Therapist-owned = real clinical understanding ✅ Your clinical judgment is respected (autonomy matters here) ✅ Flexible productivity expectations (realistic and sustainable) ✅ Flexible working hours - family-oriented and balance-focused ✅ Protection from facility pressure - we advocate for our therapists ✅ High-rated contracted therapy company with strong outcomes and reputation ✅ We run our own operations separate from the nursing side of the building Training + Onboarding (You Won't Be Thrown In) We don't believe in the "sink or swim" approach. New team members receive: Amazing integration and onboarding 1:1 training for documentation Customized clinical training based on your experience Ongoing mentorship and competency support when needed
Requirements
- Current Washington COTA license in good standing
- Degree from an accredited OTA program
- Organized, self-starter who enjoys the geriatric population
Nice To Haves
- 1-2 years SNF experience Preferred
- SNF experience preferred - but not required
- If you're caring, motivated, and licensed, we'll support your growth
Responsibilities
- Treat a geriatric population in a SNF setting
- ADL retraining and adaptive strategies
- Transfer training (all levels)
- Fall prevention and safety training
- Treatment of clinically complex patients
- Carrying out treatment plans under OT supervision
- Collaboration with nursing, PT, ST, and facility staff
Benefits
- Medical / Dental / Vision
- 401(k) with employer match
- Up to 3 weeks PTO per year
- Continuing education reimbursement up to $750/year
- Flexible scheduling and a team that works with you
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
