Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-ETCS
About The Position
Independence Rehab is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our therapy team at Everett Transitional Care Services, both located inside Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett. In this role, you'll work closely with residents recovering from illness, injury, or hospitalization-helping them rebuild the everyday skills needed for independence. From dressing and grooming to cooking and mobility tasks, your work directly improves quality of life. If you enjoy working with older adults and want to be part of a supportive therapy team, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in a meaningful setting.
Requirements
- Active Washington State COTA license in good standing
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Interest in working with the geriatric population
Nice To Haves
- Skilled nursing or rehabilitation experience preferred but not required
- New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Carrying out treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist
- Helping residents regain independence with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Providing therapeutic exercises and functional task training
- Teaching safe techniques for dressing, grooming, bathing, and mobility
- Assisting patients with adaptive equipment and environmental modifications
- Tracking patient progress and documenting therapy sessions
- Communicating updates to the supervising OT and care team
- Working alongside PT, speech therapy, and nursing staff to support patient recovery
Benefits
- Up to 3½ weeks paid time off per year
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Continuing education reimbursement ( up to $750 annually )
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Basic Life and AD&D coverage
- Optional life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Teladoc access for convenient medical care
- Competitive pay ( $39-$45/hour )
- Realistic productivity expectations
- Flexible scheduling options
- Strong support from corporate leadership
- Low management turnover and stable contracts
- Respect for clinical judgment
- Therapy team operates independently from nursing administration
- Positive team culture and strong patient outcomes
- Structured onboarding and orientation
- Documentation training and workflow guidance
- Mentorship based on your experience level
- Ongoing clinical support whenever needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
