Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Per Diem

Palmetto Subacute Care Center; El Portal (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

KinderCare Discount

Plum Benefits

Job summary

Palmetto Subacute Care Center in Florida is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to deliver therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will provide treatments aligned with OT goals and maintain clear documentation of patient progress.

The role requires current COTA licensure, experience in long‑term or geriatric care preferred, strong communication, and a collaborative attitude with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid state license and registration.
• Provide treatment under supervision of OT.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and progress notes.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team.
• Punctual and professional in practice.

Responsibilities

• Carry out best practice treatments under OT supervision.
• Document patient progress weekly.
• Collaborate with all disciplines for patient-centered care.
• Adhere to facility policies and supervision requirements.
• Perform duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.

Skills

Licensed COTA

Patient care

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

COTA certification

Tools

EMR/EHR documentation

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out best practice treatments under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist Assistant will provide treatment by adhering to specific goals developed by the OT. As well, the COTA must provide feedback to the supervision occupational therapist via documentation or in any other method required by facility policy.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under supervision of Occupational Therapist
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Document patient’s progress on weekly progress note in a timely fashion.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation

Shifts:

• All positions available.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• KinderCare Discount
• Plum Benefits (Discounted tickets to destinations and attractions)

An Equal Opportunity Employer