Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

inReach Rehab; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401 (k) with matching contribution

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

FSA & HSA

Continuing education allowance

Professional reimbursement (fees, dues

liability insurance)

Job summary

InReach Rehab is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join Bayou Bend Hospital in Franklin, LA. The role offers full-time or part-time options within a supportive rural healthcare team.

The position focuses on functional independence through individualized treatment plans, ADL/IADL training, and collaborative care with licensed OTs. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with salary based on experience and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Louisiana 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

Documentation

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

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 Bayou Bend Hospital in Franklin, LA. 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 23 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 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 Louisiana 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.

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.