Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Oasis Therapy Services; Prospect Heights (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Merit-based annual increase of up to 2

CEU reimbursement up to $2,000 peryear

Job summary

Oasis Therapy Services is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide rehabilitation services in senior care and SNF settings in Prospect Heights, Illinois.

Join a team of experienced therapists focusing on daily living skills, mobility, safety, and independence. This position emphasizes supervision, documentation, and collaboration with the rehabilitation staff to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Active and current Illinois Occupational Therapy Assistant license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant program meeting Illinois licensure requirements.
• Successful NBCOT examination completion for Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Implement individualized treatment plans focusing on daily living skills, mobility, safety, and independence.
• Assist residents with therapeutic activities, adaptive techniques, and equipment use.
• Monitor resident progress and report changes to the supervising OT.
• Educate residents and caregivers on exercises, safety strategies, and daily living techniques.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team and complete Net Health documentation.
• Participate in OT supervision and maintain supervision records as required by Illinois regulations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Education

Illinois IDFPR COTA license

NBCOT certification

CPR certification

Tools

Net Health

Job description

Oasis Therapy Services is an agency committed to providing exceptional therapy services to seniors. Our team includes experienced and compassionate physical, occupational, and speech therapists specializing in senior care. We offer rehabilitation, pain management, and cognitive and speech therapy. Our priority is the comfort and well-being of our clients, and we strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment.

Oasis Therapy Services is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide rehabilitation services in senior care and skilled nursing facility (SNF) settings in Prospect Heights, Illinois.

Available employment options:

• Full Time

EMR: Net Health

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Implement individualized treatment plans focusing on daily living skills, mobility, safety, and independence.
• Assist residents with therapeutic activities, adaptive techniques, and equipment use.
• Monitor resident progress and report changes or concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Educate residents and caregivers on exercises, safety strategies, and daily living techniques.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team and complete accurate, timely Net Health documentation.
• Participate in required Occupational Therapist supervision and maintain supervision records in accordance with Illinois regulations.

Qualifications

• Active and current Illinois Occupational Therapy Assistant license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant program meeting Illinois licensure requirements.
• Successful completion of the NBCOT examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Current NBCOT COTA certification in good standing is preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively while maintaining required Occupational Therapist supervision.
• Experience in geriatric rehabilitation, senior care, or skilled nursing facilities is preferred.

Why Join Oasis?

• Full-time opportunity with consistent scheduling.
• Competitive compensation.
• Supportive leadership and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Eligibility varies by employment type:

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Merit-based annual increase of up to 2%
• CEU reimbursement of up to $2,000 per year