Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
About The Position
LTC Therapy Services is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the rehabilitation team at its skilled nursing facility in Sharon, Massachusetts. The assistant helps residents regain confidence in daily activities through purposeful practice, adaptive techniques, and encouragement, working under the direction of the supervising Occupational Therapist. The role provides interventions within each resident’s established plan of care, practices self-care routines, and uses prescribed therapeutic activities to support upper-extremity function, coordination, endurance, and independence. The assistant also reinforces safe use of adaptive equipment, reports changes in residents’ abilities and treatment tolerance, documents services, and collaborates with nursing and rehabilitation colleagues. Compensation is $30–$33 per hour. Benefits are available.
Requirements
- Active Massachusetts Occupational Therapy Assistant license and COTA certification.
- Ability to follow individualized treatment plans and recognize concerns requiring the Occupational Therapist’s attention.
- Clear communication, dependable teamwork, and accurate documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Skilled nursing experience is helpful; new graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy interventions within each resident’s established plan of care.
- Practice self-care routines with residents, including dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting.
- Use prescribed therapeutic activities to improve upper-extremity function, coordination, and endurance for everyday tasks.
- Reinforce safe use of adaptive equipment and strategies for completing activities with greater independence.
- Report changes in residents’ abilities, comfort, and treatment tolerance to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Document services and collaborate with nursing and rehabilitation colleagues to support consistent care between sessions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- CEU reimbursement.
- Parental leave and disability insurance.
- Unlimited referral bonus, with up to $1,000 per successful referral.
- Support from therapy leadership and collaboration with fellow clinicians.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
