Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Good Shepherd; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our in-house subacute rehabilitation team in Blair, Nebraska. The COTA will work under an Occupational Therapist to provide skilled OT services, helping patients regain independence and functional abilities while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

This position offers both Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current COTA certification through NBCOT or applicable credentialing requirements.
• Nebraska OTA license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Assist patients in improving ADLs and functional tasks.
• Implement treatment interventions per the plan of care.
• Assist with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, feeding, and transfers.
• Deliver therapeutic activities to improve strength, balance, cognition, and independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safety and adaptive techniques.
• Assist with adaptive equipment and devices as needed.
• Monitor progress and report changes to the supervising therapist.
• Maintain accurate treatment documentation and records.
• Participate in interdisciplinary communication and care planning.
• Promote dignity, safety, independence, and quality of life.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

CPR/BLS certification

Education

Accredited OTA program graduate

Nebraska OTA license or eligibility

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time & Per Diem

Location: 2242 Wright Street, Blair, NE 68008
Facility Type: In-House Subacute Rehabilitation Facility
Position Type: Full-Time and Per Diem

About the Position

We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to join our rehabilitation team at an in-house subacute rehabilitation facility in Blair, Nebraska.

We are currently hiring for both Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide skilled occupational therapy services designed to help patients regain independence, improve functional abilities, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a COTA who enjoys building meaningful relationships with patients and working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Assist patients in improving their ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and functional tasks.

• Implement individualized treatment interventions according to the established plan of care.

• Assist patients with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, feeding, transfers, and other functional activities as appropriate.

• Provide therapeutic activities and exercises to improve strength, coordination, balance, endurance, cognition, and functional independence.

• Educate patients and caregivers regarding safety, adaptive techniques, and recommended equipment.

• Assist with the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices.

• Monitor and report patient progress, response to treatment, and changes in condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist and appropriate members of the healthcare team.

• Maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation and other required clinical records.

• Participate in interdisciplinary communication and care planning as appropriate.

• Promote patient dignity, safety, independence, and quality of life.

• Follow facility policies, professional standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) or applicable credentialing requirements.

• Current Nebraska Occupational Therapy Assistant license or eligibility for Nebraska licensure.

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

• Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain as required.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with patients, families, therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.

• Previous experience in subacute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care is preferred but not required.

Why Join Our Team?

• Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities

• In-house subacute rehabilitation setting

• Collaborative interdisciplinary team

• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients

• Supportive environment focused on quality rehabilitation and patient outcomes

• Opportunity to help patients regain independence and return to their highest level of function

Schedule

Full-Time: Regular full-time schedule based on facility needs.

Per Diem: Flexible scheduling based on facility and clinician availability.

Location

2242 Wright Street
Blair, NE 68008