Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Per DIem

Adept Nursing & Rehab of Central City; Central City (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

PRN

401 k

Supportive therapy team environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Continuing education

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

Adept Nursing & Rehab of Central City is currently hiring a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our therapy team in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.

You will assist residents with therapy plans under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, helping them improve daily living activities, mobility, and independence. We value compassionate, patient-focused care and offer scheduling flexibility and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) program.
• Current state COTA license or eligibility to obtain.
• Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Assist residents with therapeutic activities to improve mobility, strength, coordination, and independence.
• Provide training in activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming, and bathing.
• Document resident progress and communicate updates to the therapy team.
• Maintain a safe and supportive therapy environment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident care plans.
• Educate residents and families on therapy techniques and adaptive equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

COTA license eligibility

Job description

Adept Nursing & Rehab of Central City is now hiring a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)!

Are you a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others? Our Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated COTA to join our therapy team and help residents regain independence, improve daily functioning, and enhance their quality of life.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• PRN
• 401 k
• Supportive therapy team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Flexible scheduling options

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide rehabilitative services to residents in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. This role focuses on helping residents improve their ability to perform activities of daily living and achieve their highest level of independence.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) program
• Current state COTA license or eligibility to obtain
• Previous experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care

Responsibilities:

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist
• Assist residents with therapeutic activities to improve mobility, strength, coordination, and independence
• Provide training in activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming, and bathing
• Document resident progress and communicate updates to the therapy team
• Maintain a safe and supportive therapy environment
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident care plans
• Educate residents and families on therapy techniques and adaptive equipment