COTA - Geriatric Rehab: Empower Independence & Team Impact

Bluegrass Consulting Group; Bell City (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliott Nursing & Rehab seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our care team and support high-quality rehabilitative services for residents. You will implement treatment plans, assist with ADLs, and promote independence under the supervision of a licensed OT.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree, current COTA licensure, 1–2 years in geriatric or SNF settings, and strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills to ensure compliant, resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• 1–2 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric care setting preferred.
• Familiarity with PDPM and SNF documentation standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy interventions as outlined in the treatment plan developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Assist residents with therapeutic exercises and functional activities aimed at improving independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) and mobility.
• Monitor resident responses during treatment sessions and communicate progress, concerns, or changes to the Occupational Therapist.
• Support the use of adaptive equipment and provide instruction to residents and caregivers to promote safe and effective use.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging therapeutic environment that fosters resident participation and comfort.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care. Documentation and Compliance
• Accurately document treatment sessions, resident progress, and observations in accordance with facility policies and state and federal regulations.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines, infection control protocols, and OSHA standards to ensure regulatory compliance and resident safety.
• Maintain open communication with the supervising OT and interdisciplinary care team to support continuity of care.
• Assist in the upkeep and organization of therapy supplies and equipment to ensure readiness and efficiency in service delivery.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Detail-oriented

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate’s degree in OTAS

COTA licensure

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Elliott Nursing & Rehab seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our care team and support high-quality rehabilitative services for residents. You will implement treatment plans, assist with ADLs, and promote independence under the supervision of a licensed OT.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree, current COTA licensure, 1–2 years in geriatric or SNF settings, and strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills to ensure compliant, resident-centered care.