Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Stern Therapy Consultants; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 94,558,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holiday pay

Continuing education support

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Autumn Lake at Ballenger Creek in Frederick, MD is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a full-time role. The position involves delivering occupational therapy under licensed supervision, assisting residents with ADLs, and implementing individualized treatment plans.

We offer competitive hourly pay of $33-$38, full-time employment, and benefits including insurance, 401(k), PTO, CE support, and growth opportunities within a collaborative therapy team.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland Occupational Therapy Assistant license required.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• New graduate COTAs welcome to apply.
• Experience in skilled nursing or rehabilitation preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT treatments under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Assist residents with ADLs 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

Education

Maryland OTA license or eligible

OTA program graduate

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Full-Time

Autumn Lake at Ballenger Creek | Frederick, MD

$33-$38/hour | Full-Time | Benefits

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

Salary: $33.00 - $38.00 per hour