Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Staunton-Post-Acute-; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Onboarding and ongoing training

Positive work environment

Job summary

Staunton-Post-Acute- seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support residents in long-term care settings. You will assist the supervising therapist with individualized treatment plans and ADLs, helping residents regain independence and improve mobility.

The position emphasizes compassionate care, strong communication, and teamwork with a multidisciplinary staff to ensure resident-centered outcomes and adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current COTA certification and state license in good standing.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is a plus.
• Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to quality care and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in delivering treatment plans to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Carry out therapeutic activities to improve residents' strength, coordination, mobility, cognition, and self-care abilities.
• Monitor and document resident progress through accurate and timely notes and reports.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and care team members.
• Support in training residents and families on techniques and use of adaptive equipment.
• Follow established treatment protocols and safety guidelines under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Participate in care team meetings and collaborate to ensure a holistic, resident-centered care approach.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, including HIPAA and Residents' Rights.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Occupational Therapist or Director of Rehabilitation.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Teamwork

Education

COTA certification

State license in good standing

Job description

Join Our Team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)!
We are a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers, committed to resident-centered and quality-focused care. Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people—our residents, their families, and our incredible team.

If you're looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best self to work, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with like-minded professionals, we're looking for you, too.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Employee Engagement Activities
• Positive and Supportive Work Environment
• Excellent Onboarding and Ongoing Training
• Competitive Pay and Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in delivering treatment plans to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Carry out therapeutic activities to improve residents' strength, coordination, mobility, cognition, and self-care abilities
• Monitor and document resident progress through accurate and timely notes and reports
• Communicate effective with residents, families, and care team members
• Support in training residents and families on techniques and use of adaptive equipment
• Follow established treatment protocols and safety guidelines under the direction of the Occupational Therapist
• Participate in care team meetings and collaborate to ensure a holistic, resident-centered care approach
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, including HIPAA and Residents' Rights
• Perform other duties as directed by the Occupational Therapist or Director of Rehabilitation

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current COTA certification and state license in good standing
• Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is a plus, but not required
• Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to quality care and teamwork