Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - (COTA) - Memory Care

Fitness Matters Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitness Matters Inc. is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a full-time role in a memory-care program within an inpatient correctional setting. You'll develop tailored rehab services for memory-care patients, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment that promotes independence. Join a collaborative team with a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Full benefits

CEU support

Strong compensation

On-site security

Qualifications

• Accredited OTA degree and active or eligible Ohio OTA license.
• Experience in geriatrics or memory-care populations.
• Ability to work confidently and independently under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based ADL training and therapeutic exercise.
• Assist in evaluating and progressing individualized care plans.
• Educate patients on transfer safety and fall-prevention strategies.

Skills

Autonomy

Collaboration

Evidence-based training

Documentation

Education

Accredited OTA degree

Ohio OTA license with NBCOT certification

Job description

Overview

Exceptional Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity

Full-Time · 30-35 hrs/week · Memory-Care Program | Inpatient Correctional Setting

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Build Something New – Help refine a ground-up rehab service for memory-care patients; your ideas shape daily workflows and treatment protocols.
• Autonomy + Collaboration – Treat 1:1 while partnering with an on-site OT, nurses, and interdisciplinary providers who value teamwork over hierarchy.
• Competitive Package – Strong compensation, full benefits, CEU support, and the resources you need to thrive in a specialized setting.
• Safety First – On-site security delivers a predictable, controlled environment—often safer than home-health visits to unknown locations.
• Lasting Impact – Restore independence and dignity for a vulnerable population by improving daily-living skills, cognition, and overall quality of life.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Deliver evidence-based ADL training, therapeutic exercise, and adaptive-equipment education under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Assist in evaluating and progressing individualized care plans for patients with dementia and related conditions.
• Track and document outcomes, reporting changes promptly to the OT and broader care team.
• Educate patients—and staff when appropriate—on safe transfers, fall-prevention, and cognitive-compensation strategies.
• Uphold a culture of safety by maintaining equipment, following security protocols, and ensuring a therapeutic environment at all times.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Accredited OTA degree and active (or eligible) Ohio OTA license with NBCOT certification.
• Experience in geriatrics, or memory-care populations.
• Ability to work confidently and independently while staying in close alignment with your supervising OT.

Pay Range

USD $35.00 - USD $35.00 /Hr.