Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

InReach Rehab; Auburn (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision

401(k) with matching

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

FSA & HSA

Continuing education allowance

Professional reimbursement (fees, dues

liability insurance

Monthly incentive plan

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

InReach Rehab is seeking a flexible Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join Nemaha County Hospital in Auburn, NE. This full-time or part-time role supports patients in regaining independence, improving daily function, and enhancing quality of life within a collaborative rural healthcare team.

The package includes competitive wages, a monthly incentive plan, a sign-on bonus, a generous CEU allowance, and ample time off, with new graduates encouraged to apply and salary based on

Qualifications

• Graduate of (or anticipated graduation from) an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Nebraska OTA license (or eligibility).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent documentation and time-management skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and functional outcomes.
• Interest in rural healthcare and collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy services under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence.
• Lead therapeutic interventions addressing ADLs, IADLs, strength, coordination, cognition, and safety.
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate, timely clinical records.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and strategies to support continued progress.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized therapy environment.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate treatment responses to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Participate in professional development and contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accredited OTA program graduate

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

InReach Rehab is seeking a flexible and dedicated full-time or part-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team at Nemaha County Hospital in Auburn, NE. This role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys helping patients regain independence, improve daily function, and enhance their quality of life while working as part of a collaborative rural healthcare team.

InReach Rehab is a family-oriented company committed to strengthening rural rehabilitation teams. We proudly support 25 communities, providing clinicians with the opportunity to grow within a connected and supportive network. We view our employees as our greatest resource and invest in their success through mentorship, teamwork, and professional development. Our compensation package includes competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, a monthly incentive plan, a sign on bonus, a generous CEU allowance, and ample time off. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with salary based on experience.

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a progressive, growing team of healthcare professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy services under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence.
• Lead therapeutic interventions addressing ADLs, IADLs, strength, coordination, cognition, and safety.
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate, timely clinical records.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and strategies to support continued progress.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized therapy environment.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate treatment responses to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Participate in professional development and contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture.

Requirements

• Graduate of (or anticipated graduation from) an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Nebraska OTA license (or eligibility).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent documentation and time-management skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and functional outcomes.l>
• Interest in rural healthcare and collaborative teamwork.

Benefits

• Health Insurance, dental and vision
• 401 (k) with matching contribution
• Life Insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• FSA & HSA
• Continuing education allowance
• Professional reimbursement (fees, dues and liability insurance)

InReach is an E-Verify employer. Posters available upon request.