Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Ultimatetherapyllc; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

CEU reimbursement

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Unlimited referral bonus (up to $1,000

Support from leadership and rehab team

Job summary

Ultimate Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support residents at Autumn Lake at Scotch Plains in Scotch Plains, NJ. You will work alongside the OT to help residents regain daily living skills, adapt activities, and participate confidently in their care.

We offer a competitive hourly wage plus benefits including medical/dental/vision, a 401(k), CEU reimbursement, parental leave, disability insurance, and a generous referral program.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey OT license and COTA certification.
• Ability to follow individualized care plans.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• New graduates welcome; skilled nursing experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on treatment guided by each resident's OT plan.
• Assist residents with personal care routines.
• Lead prescribed exercises addressing upper-extremity function and endurance.
• Reinforce use of adaptive equipment and safe task performance.
• Communicate progress to supervising OT and document changes.
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy teams for consistent care.

Education

NJ OT License and COTA Certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time

Autumn Lake at Scotch Plains | Scotch Plains, NJ
$32–$36/hour | Full-Time | Benefits Available

Ultimate Therapy is looking for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Autumn Lake at Scotch Plains. Work alongside the Occupational Therapist to help skilled nursing residents regain daily living skills, learn adaptive approaches, and participate more confidently in their care.

What You'll Do

• Provide hands-on treatment guided by each resident's established occupational therapy plan.

• Practice personal care routines with residents, matching instruction and assistance to their needs.

• Lead prescribed exercises and functional tasks that address upper-extremity abilities, coordination, and activity tolerance.

• Reinforce techniques for adaptive equipment, safe task completion, and energy conservation.

• Communicate progress and changes in residents' performance or participation to the supervising OT.

• Complete accurate treatment documentation and collaborate with nursing and therapy colleagues on consistent care strategies.

What We Offer

• $32–$36 per hour.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k).

• CEU reimbursement.

• Parental leave and disability insurance.

• Unlimited referral bonus, with up to $1,000 per successful referral.

• Support from therapy leadership and collaboration with the rehabilitation team.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Occupational Therapy Assistant license and COTA certification.

• Ability to follow individualized care plans and resident-specific precautions.

• Effective communication, organization, and documentation skills.

• Skilled nursing experience is a plus; new graduates are welcome to apply.