Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

LTC Therapy Services; Northbridge (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

LTC Therapy Services in Whitinsville, MA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team at Blackstone Valley Health & Rehabilitation. This full-time role involves working directly with residents in a skilled nursing setting to improve independence and functional performance through individualized therapy programs.

Deliver treatments under supervision, assist with self-care and daily living activities, and document progress for the therapy team.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Skilled nursing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Assist residents with self-care, upper extremity function, coordination, balance, and daily living skills.
• Reinforce adaptive techniques, therapeutic exercises, and compensatory strategies established by the OT.
• Monitor resident performance and communicate progress, concerns, and observations to the therapy team.
• Support resident goals while promoting safety and participation during treatment sessions.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Skills

COTA license

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Skilled nursing experience

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time

Whitinsville, MA

$30–$33/hour

LTC Therapy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team at Blackstone Valley Health & Rehabilitation. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with residents in a skilled nursing setting, helping them improve independence and functional performance through individualized therapy programs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist
• Assist residents with activities focused on self-care, upper extremity function, coordination, balance, and daily living skills
• Reinforce adaptive techniques, therapeutic exercises, and compensatory strategies established by the OT
• Monitor resident performance and communicate progress, concerns, and observations to the therapy team
• Support resident goals while promoting safety and participation throughout treatment sessions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Why Join LTC Therapy:

• Collaborative rehabilitation team including PT, OT, SLP, and nursing professionals
• Opportunity to work with both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents
• Supportive leadership and a team-oriented work environment
• Focus on quality care, clinical excellence, and meaningful resident outcomes

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• CEU reimbursement
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Qualifications:

• Active COTA license required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Skilled nursing experience preferred but not required

Direct Hire. No Agency.