Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Post Rehab; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited referral bonus

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

CEU reimbursement

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Advancement paths

Job summary

Post Rehab is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work in skilled nursing facilities. You'll play a vital role in delivering personalized care and helping residents regain confidence and independence.

The role includes collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, implementing individualized treatment plans, and counseling patients and families. Strong job stability and competitive pay potential are offered, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and CEU reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must have active state Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Enjoys team environments and ongoing training.
• Ability to implement individualized treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising Occupational Therapist in evaluating patient status.
• Implement individualized treatment plans including ADL retraining.
• Set clear goals with patients and educate them about the rehab process.

Skills

Collaboration

Patient counseling

ADL retraining

Adaptive techniques

Fine motor exercises

Education

Active state Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Job description

Post Rehabilitation Services at Ayer Valley Rehab and Nursing

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for full‑time role in a skilled nursing facility. Join a respected team delivering personalized care to residents.

Why Choose to Work as a COTA in a Skilled Nursing Facility?

• Build lasting relationships with residents and see meaningful, long‑term progress in daily living skills, independence, and participation in activities that matter; helping them regain confidence in self‑care, leisure, and everyday occupations they value.
• Enjoy a diverse caseload with varied diagnoses (e.g., post‑stroke, dementia, orthopedic conditions, neurological disorders), allowing you to implement hands‑on, occupation‑based treatments with focused time per patient.
• Collaborate closely in a supportive interdisciplinary team, where you play a vital role in carrying out plans, reporting progress, adapting environments, and directly enhancing resident quality of life while preventing complications and supporting independence.
• Benefit from strong job stability, competitive pay potential in nursing facilities, and the chance to make a real difference in geriatric and post‑acute care amid growing demand for skilled support in daily function and meaningful engagement.

In this Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant role, you'll:

• Assist the supervising Occupational Therapist in evaluating patient status, observing during/after treatments, and reporting progress or changes.
• Implement individualized treatment plans as a COTA, including ADL retraining, adaptive techniques, cognitive strategies, fine motor exercises, and use of assistive devices for daily activities.
• Set clear goals with patients, educate them and families on expectations, and build understanding of their rehab process.
• Counsel patients and families while maintaining precise documentation for all visits, treatments, and outcomes.

We're seeking a collaborative Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who enjoys team environments, ongoing training, CEUs, and input on decisions. Ready to bring your skills to skilled nursing therapy? Apply now!

Requirements:

• Active state Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license required.

Perks & Highlights:

• Unlimited referral bonus; up to $1,000 per successful referral.
• Multiple locations offered, but optional, for PRN coverage; potential full‑time opportunity at additional locations.
• This is a direct hire position (no agency).

Full‑Time Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual reviews with raise opportunities
• CEU reimbursement
• Parental leave, disability insurance, advancement paths, and more...

We offer a comprehensive mentorship program to support new grads from day one. You'll be paired with an experienced therapist who will guide you through documentation, evaluations, treatment methods, and more. Our approach is tailored to your learning style, and as you gain confidence and begin working independently, your mentor and our clinical team will continue to provide support whenever needed.