COTA Occupational Therapy Assistant

Suring Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage

PTO & Holiday Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career Growth & Development

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Suring Health in Kentucky is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Therapy Team. Plan, organize, develop, and direct Occupational Therapy Services in the facility to ensure high quality resident care.

Full-Time with flexible scheduling or PRN. You will screen residents, implement treatment plans, communicate findings to the team and families, and ensure proper documentation and billing.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• WI OTA licensure.
• Ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure and certification.

Responsibilities

• Screen residents to determine best intervention or treatment per scope of practice.
• Implement treatment plans and work toward short- and long-term goals.
• Interpret and communicate evaluation findings and treatment plans to residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Establish individual resident therapy schedules with team members.
• Document and bill occupational therapy services following treatment plans.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to effectively treat patients.
• Comply with CMS documentation standards daily.

Skills

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation & billing

Clinical assessment

Resident care planning

Education

Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy

WI OTA licensure

Job description

Suring Health and Rehab is seeking forCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Therapy Team. As a COTA you will be responsible to plan, organize, develop, and direct Occupational Therapy Services in facility in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be directed by Administrator, to ensure that highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times.

Status: Full-Time FT with flexible scheduling or PRN

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular screening of residents to figure out the best intervention or treatment for each individual patient based off scope of practice

• Perform treatment plan to residents; follow short and long term goals and methods to achieve goals based off of the established plan of care by supervising therapist

• Interpret and communicate evaluation findings, treatment plans, and recommendations to residents, families/caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members

• Establish individual resident therapy schedules in cooperation with other team members

• Conduct therapy according to established treatment plan and ensure proper documentation and billing of occupational therapy services

• Perform all other duties as assigned and as required to effectively treat patients

• Comply with all CMS documentation standards of practice daily with point of care documentations as indicated

Education & Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy

• WI OTA licensure

• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification

Why Choose Packers Staffing?

Step into a workplace where your compassion isn’t just appreciated—it’s celebrated. At Packers Staffing, you’re joining a high‑performing team that values your dedication, invests in your growth, and recognizes the impact you make every single day. We believe that when our caregivers thrive, so do the individuals and communities we serve.

What You’ll Experience With Us

We’ve built our culture around support, flexibility, and opportunity. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Competitive Pay that reflects your skills and commitment

• Flexible Scheduling designed to fit your life

• Employee Appreciation Programs & Rewards because your work deserves recognition

• Continuing Education Opportunities to keep your career moving forward

• PTO & Holiday Pay so you can recharge

• 401(k) Retirement Plan to invest in your future

• Career Growth & Development pathways tailored to your goals

• Low Staff-to-Patient Ratios for safer, more meaningful care

• Employee Referral Program with great incentives

• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage for peace of mind

• Life & Disability Insurance for added security

• …and so much more to support your success

Our Commitment to You

At Packers Staffing, we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our employees feel supported, valued, and empowered. Benefits may vary based on employment status, and compensation is determined by years of experience. For full details, please connect directly with the facility.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Every applicant is considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe in building a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

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