Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant — Rehab & Independence

Sterling Therapy Providers; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem

Job summary

Sterling Therapy Providers seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support residents with individualized OT programs under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist. You will help residents increase independence through daily living activities and ROM exercises in a compassionate setting.

You will collaborate with the rehab team, document care, and participate in meetings while maintaining equipment and ensuring high-quality service for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program certified by AOTA; must be certified or eligible for certification.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan under supervision of the OT.
• Provides OT treatments including activities of daily living and range of motion exercises.
• Performs activities of daily living evaluations under the direction of the OT.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups with the OT.
• Instructs residents, families and caregivers in therapy techniques under supervision.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation team to develop programs for residents.
• Maintains timely documentation for all treated residents.
• Attends care and staffing meetings representing occupational therapy.
• Cleans, maintains and reports any equipment repairs.
• Strives to deliver high-quality, compassionate care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

OTA program graduate

Licensed/eligible for licensure

Job description

Sterling Therapy Providers seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support residents with individualized OT programs under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist. You will help residents increase independence through daily living activities and ROM exercises in a compassionate setting.

You will collaborate with the rehab team, document care, and participate in meetings while maintaining equipment and ensuring high-quality service for residents and families.