Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

The Avante Group • Melbourne, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Avante at Melbourne is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide occupational therapy services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The position assists with assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. The assistant works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

The role requires carrying out treatment plans designed by the supervising therapist, documenting daily care according to established guidelines, and communicating residents’ responses to treatment to residents, families, and other team members. Candidates must have an associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program, successful completion of national COTA certification, and current state licensure or be eligible for licensure. The posting lists 0–3 years of long-term care experience. Employment requires background screening through the AHCA Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Requirements

• Ability to carry out treatment plans as designed by the supervising therapist.
• Ability to document daily care according to established guidelines.
• Ability to effectively communicate responses to treatment interventions to residents, families, and other team members.
• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Successful completion of national certification for Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• 0–3 years of long-term care experience.
• Successful completion of required AHCA Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist with resident assessment, treatment, program planning, and implementation of occupational therapy services.
• Carry out treatment plans designed by the supervising therapist.
• Document daily care according to established guidelines.
• Communicate responses to treatment interventions to residents, families, and other team members.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Employee recognition programs with prizes and an annual cruise.
• Collaborative work environment with employee surveys, check-ins, and town halls.
• Advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree