COTA for Skilled Nursing Rehab — Make a Difference

Sweetwater Care; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing setting. You will help patients regain independence and quality of life while collaborating with licensed therapists.

We value compassionate care and professional growth as you support residents with personalized treatment plans, progress documentation, and adherence to regulations. Pay is based on experience and reflects market standards for the Topeka area.

Qualifications

• Must hold active state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Experience in a skilled nursing setting is preferred.
• Ability to document progress and assist in care planning.

Responsibilities

• Treat and assist patients according to the plan of care under the supervision of the OT.
• Communicate patient progress and concerns to the supervising OT.
• Provide therapeutic interventions based on patient presentation and OT guidance.
• Participate in care planning meetings when asked by Rehab Director.
• Record treatment notes and daily billing per policy and procedure.
• Adhere to state practice acts and company policies during practice.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Active State Licensure as COTA

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing setting. You will help patients regain independence and quality of life while collaborating with licensed therapists.

We value compassionate care and professional growth as you support residents with personalized treatment plans, progress documentation, and adherence to regulations. Pay is based on experience and reflects market standards for the Topeka area.