Occupational Therapy Assistant

Blue Stone Therapy•Brookings, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work® Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long-term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes. Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Brookings, SD Blue Stone Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at United Living Community in Brookings, SD. This role focuses on delivering skilled occupational therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Occupational Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to implement treatment plans designed to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, strength, cognition, and overall independence. This position will serve multiple partner communities, including Bethel Lutheran Home in Madison, SD with travel between locations as needed. Why Blue Stone Therapy? We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
Strong communication, organization, and clinical reasoning skills
Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards

Nice To Haves

Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred

Responsibilities

Provide skilled occupational therapy treatment in accordance with established plans of care
Implement individualized treatment programs focused on functional and measurable outcomes
Treat adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting and rehabilitation settings
Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress with the supervising Occupational Therapist
Maintain timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement standards
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes