COTA: Flexible FT/PRN Rehab Therapy Assistant

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Competitive pay

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer contribution

Team-oriented environment

Professional growth

Job summary

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support residents in skilled nursing and rehabilitation. This full-time role offers a sign-on bonus and highly competitive rates, with a focus on patient progress and high-quality care.

You will assist the OT with treatment plans, help patients regain independence in daily living activities, and document sessions accurately.

Qualifications

• Current COTA license in Tennessee.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Experience in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the OT in implementing treatment plans for residents.
• Provide therapy services to help patients regain independence in daily living activities.
• Document treatment sessions accurately and timely per standards.
• Monitor and report patient progress or concerns to the OT.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized therapy environment.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Uphold all federal, state, and facility policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Tennessee COTA license

OTA program graduate

Job description

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support residents in skilled nursing and rehabilitation. This full-time role offers a sign-on bonus and highly competitive rates, with a focus on patient progress and high-quality care.

You will assist the OT with treatment plans, help patients regain independence in daily living activities, and document sessions accurately.