Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant cota prn

Alliance Health Group; Oldtown (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible scheduling

Educational assistance

Growth opportunities

Onsite Director support

Job summary

Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. This position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' daily lives.

Responsibilities include delivering therapeutic exercises, documenting progress, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support individualized care goals at our skilled nursing facility in North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license/registration as a COTA.
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience is a plus.
• Ability to safely assist residents with mobility and therapeutic activities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care and therapeutic exercises based on treatment plans developed by the OT.
• Assist residents with activities that promote daily living skills, independence, and quality of life.
• Accurately document therapy sessions and monitor resident progress.
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, residents, and family members to support individualized care goals.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on home exercise and restorative programs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide coverage at nearby facilities when needed based on patient and staffing needs.

Skills

COTA licensure

Mobility assistance

Documentation

Communication

Organization

Time management

Empathy

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – PRN

Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate and dedicated PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. This is a great opportunity for a COTA looking for a flexible schedule while making a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our residents.

Why Join Mill Creek?

• Flexible PRN scheduling

• Competitive benefits packages, including health insurance

• Flexible start times

• Paid documentation time

• Supportive team environment

• User-friendly EMR system

• Opportunities for growth and professional development

• Annual educational assistance fund

• A chance to make a meaningful impact on residents’ daily lives

• Treatment and evaluation materials provided

• Onsite Director of Rehab support

Responsibilities

• Deliver care and therapeutic exercises based on treatment plans developed by the OT

• Assist residents with activities that promote daily living skills, independence, and quality of life

• Accurately document therapy sessions and monitor resident progress

• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, residents, and family members to support individualized care goals

• Educate residents, families, and staff on home exercise and restorative programs

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and quality improvement initiatives

• Provide coverage at nearby facilities when needed based on patient and staffing needs

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

• Current state license/registration as a COTA

• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience is a plus

• Ability to safely assist residents with mobility and therapeutic activities

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills

• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused approach

Join the Mill Creek Team

If you’re looking for a flexible PRN opportunity where you can use your skills to help residents maintain independence and improve their quality of life, we’d love to hear from you.