Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Ultimate Therapy Services; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education support

Collaborative therapy team

Job summary

Autumn Lake at Ballenger Creek in Frederick, MD is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join the rehabilitation team. This full-time role involves working under a licensed OT to help residents build strength, improve daily function, and gain greater independence.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, assisting with ADLs, documenting progress, and collaborating with nursing and other therapists.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland OTA license required.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• New graduate COTA welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Assist residents with ADLs, strength, coordination, balance, and functional tasks.
• Carry out individualized treatment plans established by the supervising OT.
• Monitor resident progress and communicate updates to the therapy team.
• Reinforce adaptive techniques, equipment use, and safety strategies.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with nursing and other rehabilitation professionals.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical documentation

Education

Active Maryland OTA license

Graduate of accredited OTA program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time

Autumn Lake at Ballenger Creek | Frederick, MD
$33–$38/hour | Full-Time | Benefits

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join the rehabilitation team at Autumn Lake at Ballenger Creek. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work closely with residents as they build strength, improve daily function, and work toward greater independence.

What You'll Do

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

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), strength, coordination, balance, and functional tasks

• Carry out individualized treatment plans established by the supervising OT

• Monitor resident progress and communicate updates to the therapy team

• Reinforce adaptive techniques, equipment use, and safety strategies

• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Collaborate with nursing and other rehabilitation professionals

What We Offer

• $33–$38/hour

• Full-time position

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Continuing education support

• Supportive and collaborative therapy team

• Short-term rehabilitation and long-term care caseload

• Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Active Maryland Occupational Therapy Assistant license required

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Skilled nursing or rehabilitation experience preferred, but not required

• New graduate COTAs are welcome to apply