Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Sweetwater Care; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Overland Park Respiratory & Rehab Center is seeking a motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our therapy department. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed OT to provide therapeutic interventions that help residents improve independence, functional abilities, and quality of life.

The role involves treating residents under OT guidance, assisting with ADLs and mobility, maintaining precise documentation, and collaborating with the DOR and nursing staff to

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Kansas.
• Graduation from an accredited OTA program.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under supervision of a licensed OT per plan and policies.
• Assist residents in improving ADLs, mobility, strength, coordination, and independence.
• Complete accurate, timely, compliant documentation for therapy services.
• Communicate effectively with supervising OT, DOR, therapy team, nursing staff and others.
• Promote a positive, resident-centered, team-oriented culture.

Skills

Communication with team

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Kansas OTA license

Accredited OTA program graduation

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Overland Park Respiratory & Rehab Center

Overland Park, Kansas

PRN Opportunity

About Us:

Overland Park Respiratory & Rehab Center is a recently acquired and rebranded skilled nursing facility located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. We provide long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and higher-acuity clinical services in a resident-centered environment.

We are adding to a strong team focused on clinical quality, operational excellence, staff support, and meaningful resident outcomes.

Job Summary:

Overland Park Respiratory & Rehab Center is seeking a motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to be a key team member of our therapy department. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapeutic interventions that help residents improve independence, functional abilities, and quality of life.

Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), in accordance with established treatment plans, physician orders, facility policies, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Assist residents in improving activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, strength, coordination, and independence.
• Complete accurate, timely, and compliant documentation for all therapy services provided.
• Communicate effectively with the supervising OT, Director of Rehabilitation (DOR), therapy team, nursing staff, and other facility team members.
• Promote a positive, accountable, resident-centered, and team-oriented culture.

Requirements:

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state of Kansas.
• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Hourly Rate:

$31-$34 per hour, based on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Overland Park Respiratory & Rehab Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.