Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
About The Position
Powerback is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Kingsburg Care Center, a skilled nursing facility with a CMS 5-Star Quality Measures rating. The center specializes in stroke recovery, neurological disorders, orthopedic conditions, and cognitive or motor control rehabilitation, and provides a fully equipped gym with targeted treatment spaces. The COTA implements occupational therapy programs and activities, follows established recovery plans, and delivers therapy treatments. The role focuses on restoring, reinforcing, and enhancing patients’ physical abilities and independence through individualized, patient-centered care. The COTA works collaboratively with peers and makes referrals when needed to support patient care, while helping patients and families receive high-quality service in a caring and compassionate environment. Powerback provides integrated rehabilitation, recovery, respiratory, and wellness services across skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) program according to AOTA and ACOTE standards.
- Initial certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
Responsibilities
- Implement occupational therapy programs and activities.
- Follow developed patient recovery plans.
- Deliver therapy treatments.
- Help restore, reinforce, and enhance patients’ physical abilities and independence.
- Adapt care to individual patient needs.
- Collaborate with peers and make referrals to help patients receive appropriate care.
- Ensure patients and their families receive high-quality, compassionate service.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
- Generous paid time off.
- Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
- Journey Travel Program offering opportunities to work across the U.S. while maintaining a full-time role.
- Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
