Occupational Therapy Assistant
About The Position
Blue Stone Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at Wapello Specialty Care, Wapello, IA. 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.
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
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
