Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
About The Position
Powerback Rehabilitation is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient-centered rehabilitation services in a facility. The role involves implementing occupational therapy programs and activities, following developed recovery plans, and delivering therapy treatments to help patients restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities and independence. The assistant considers each patient’s individual needs, adapts to varied patients and settings, collaborates with peers, and makes referrals when needed. The position emphasizes ensuring patients and their families receive high-quality service in a caring and compassionate environment. The role reports to the Director of Rehab. Powerback describes its services as integrated and individualized, focused on helping patients recover and improve how they feel, move, breathe, and live. The company offers clinical mentorship for new graduates, continuing education through Medbridge, and professional development opportunities. The posted salary range is USD $31.00–$45.00 per hour, with a USD $15,000 bonus.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA and ACOTE standards.
- Initial certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
Responsibilities
- Implement occupational therapy programs and activities.
- Follow developed recovery plans and deliver therapy treatments.
- Help patients restore, reinforce, and enhance physical abilities and independence.
- Adapt care to individual patient needs and varied settings.
- Collaborate with peers and make referrals to help patients receive appropriate care.
- Ensure patients and their families receive high-quality service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
- Dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
- Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
- Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
- Journey Travel Program offering work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
- Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other services.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
