COTA - Bremerton
About The Position
Independence Rehab is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to work at The Willows Independent Living, Ashley Gardens memory care, and The Cottages Assisted Living in Bremerton, Washington. The three facilities are located on the same grounds, and the COTA will treat patients at all three. The role supports residents through rehabilitation, recovery, and long-term care, helping them make meaningful progress and improve their quality of life. The COTA works collaboratively with the therapy team, the evaluating occupational therapist, and the interdisciplinary care team. The caseload includes a range of patients, occasionally including clinically complex cases. Competency training is available. Independence Rehab describes its mission as delivering high-quality, patient-centered therapy services that help individuals regain function, independence, and confidence. Its stated values are to lead with integrity, empower people, and deliver outcomes.
Requirements
- Current Washington State Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) license in good standing.
- Associate degree from an accredited OTA program.
- Organized, self-motivated, and patient-focused.
- Passion for working with the geriatric population.
Nice To Haves
- One year of skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience is preferred; newer clinicians with a strong interest in geriatrics are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Treat patients at The Willows Independent Living, Ashley Gardens memory care, and The Cottages Assisted Living.
- Support residents through rehabilitation, recovery, and long-term care.
- Perform and assist with all types of transfers.
- Provide adaptive activities of daily living (ADL) retraining and functional task practice.
- Collaborate with the evaluating occupational therapist and interdisciplinary care team.
Benefits
- Flexible daily scheduling to support work-life balance while meeting patient needs.
- Continuing education benefit of up to $750 per year for approved courses.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer-matching 401(k) retirement plan.
- Up to three weeks of paid time off annually.
- Supportive, collaborative therapy culture.
- Competency training is available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
