COTA for Subacute Rehab: Full-Time & Per Diem

Good Shepherd; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our in-house subacute rehabilitation team in Blair, Nebraska. The COTA will work under an Occupational Therapist to provide skilled OT services, helping patients regain independence and functional abilities while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

This position offers both Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current COTA certification through NBCOT or applicable credentialing requirements.
• Nebraska OTA license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Assist patients in improving ADLs and functional tasks.
• Implement treatment interventions per the plan of care.
• Assist with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, feeding, and transfers.
• Deliver therapeutic activities to improve strength, balance, cognition, and independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safety and adaptive techniques.
• Assist with adaptive equipment and devices as needed.
• Monitor progress and report changes to the supervising therapist.
• Maintain accurate treatment documentation and records.
• Participate in interdisciplinary communication and care planning.
• Promote dignity, safety, independence, and quality of life.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

CPR/BLS certification

Education

Accredited OTA program graduate

Nebraska OTA license or eligibility

Job description

Good Shepherd is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our in-house subacute rehabilitation team in Blair, Nebraska. The COTA will work under an Occupational Therapist to provide skilled OT services, helping patients regain independence and functional abilities while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

This position offers both Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities.