Occupational Therapist Assistant | COTA
About The Position
Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a neuro rehabilitation outpatient clinic. The role provides one-to-one, 60-minute treatment sessions for adults recovering from neurological injuries, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life. The assistant delivers personalized, hands-on therapy under the direction of an Occupational Therapist and works with an interdisciplinary team in a supportive outpatient setting, using innovative technology and equipment. Rehab Without Walls is an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services. Its neurorehabilitation program supports people recovering from brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or strokes/CVAs through care in home, community, workplace, or school environments, with the aim of improving functional skills and independence.
Requirements
- Degree from a certified occupational therapy assistant training program.
- Current Occupational Therapist Assistant certification and license to practice in the state of application.
- Current CPR certification.
- Knowledge of complex neurologic injury and orthopedic rehabilitation techniques.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience, preferably related to treatment of complex neurological injuries.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with exercise, activities of daily living (ADLs), functional activities, and the application and use of assistive devices according to the Occupational Therapist’s treatment plan.
- Assist the Occupational Therapist with collecting outcome measures and completing complex treatment procedures.
- Educate patients, families, and other health workers on selected procedures and functional activities as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
- Participate in ongoing program evaluation and development.
- Maintain thorough and timely documentation of care provided.
- Maintain working knowledge of and adhere to AOTA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- No evenings, weekends, or holidays
- Clinical autonomy
- Supportive leadership and team culture
- Ongoing professional growth and education opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
