Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Outpatient
About The Position
There are many Life Plan Communities in Florida—but there’s no place like John Knox Village. John Knox Village is a leading Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) known for its active, engaged residents and exceptional commitment to wellness. Our Outpatient Rehabilitation Program serves motivated seniors who want to stay strong, mobile, and independent—delivering therapy in a professional, well-equipped, and relationship-driven environment. While John Knox Village offers a full continuum of care, this position is dedicated specifically to outpatient services, allowing you to focus your expertise on active older adults without inpatient or SNF responsibilities. Aegis Therapies, one of the nation’s leading providers of rehabilitation and wellness services, is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Outpatient rehab team at John Knox Village. In this role, you will: Treat active, engaged seniors in a true outpatient setting Focus on orthopedics, balance, mobility, strength, and fall prevention Build long-term therapeutic relationships with your patients Practice patient-centered, wellness-based care without high-pressure productivity standards This is an ideal opportunity for therapists who enjoy outpatient care while still working with a geriatric population that is highly motivated and invested in their health.
Requirements
- Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state of Florida or ability to obtain prior to start
- Interest in outpatient physical therapy and geriatric-focused care
- Passion for helping older adults live active, independent lifestyles
Responsibilities
- Treat active, engaged seniors in a true outpatient setting
- Focus on orthopedics, balance, mobility, strength, and fall prevention
- Build long-term therapeutic relationships with your patients
- Practice patient-centered, wellness-based care without high-pressure productivity standards
Benefits
- Clinical Excellence & Support
- Specialized onboarding and ongoing outpatient-focused education
- Strongest clinical support model in the industry
- Clear paths for advancement—clinical specialist, program development, or leadership
- Career Growth & Development
- Specialized SNF-focused training and education
- Unlimited CEUs and one paid CEU day
- Clear advancement paths: clinical specialist, rehab leadership, or management
- Flexibility – Built for Sustainability
- Flexible scheduling (Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN)
- Designed roles that support sustainability and long-term satisfaction
- Balance professional growth with personal priorities
- Meaningful Impact
- Help older adults maintain independence and an active lifestyle
- Focus on outcomes, prevention, and long-term wellness
- Treat patients who value and engage in their care
- Supportive Environment
- Collaborative, interdisciplinary culture
- Local clinical mentorship and accessible leadership
- Your clinical judgment and expertise are respected
- Competitive hourly pay: $30-$36/hour
- Local clinical mentorship, education, and support
- Unlimited CEUs plus one paid CEU day
- Flexible scheduling and paid time off
- Create your own career path—clinical excellence or leadership
- Licensure and professional membership reimbursement
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits available within 30 days or less
- Consistent outpatient caseload—no SNF or inpatient coverage required
- National transfer opportunities while maintaining seniority
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
