Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Stern Therapy Consultants; Walkersville (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

Holiday pay

CE support

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ultimate Therapy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Autumn Lake at Glade Valley in Walkersville, MD. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and a suite of benefits in a skilled nursing and post-acute care setting.

You will work under an OT, helping residents improve daily living activities, balance, and functional skills, while documenting progress and coordinating with the care team.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland COTA license required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Help residents improve ADLs, strength, coordination, balance, and functional skills.
• Implement individualized treatment plans based on each resident's needs and goals.
• Track resident progress and communicate updates to the supervising OT.
• Reinforce adaptive techniques and safety strategies with residents and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Work collaboratively with PT, OT, SLP, nursing, and other care team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Licensed COTA (Maryland)

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time

Autumn Lake at Glade Valley | Walkersville, MD

$33–$38/hour | Full-Time | Benefits

Ultimate Therapy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join the rehabilitation team at Autumn Lake at Glade Valley. Work alongside experienced therapy professionals while helping residents improve daily function, build confidence, and achieve greater independence in a skilled nursing and post-acute care setting.

What You’ll Do

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Help residents improve activities of daily living (ADLs), strength, coordination, balance, and functional skills
• Implement individualized treatment plans based on each resident's needs and goals
• Track resident progress and communicate updates to the supervising OT
• Reinforce adaptive techniques and safety strategies with residents and caregivers
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Work collaboratively with PT, OT, SLP, nursing, and other members of the care team

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 rehabilitation team
• Short-term rehabilitation and long-term care caseload
• Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Active Maryland COTA license required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Skilled nursing or rehabilitation experience preferred, but not required
• New graduates are welcome to apply

If you're a COTA looking to build your career while helping residents achieve greater independence, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary: $33.00 - $38.00 per hour