COTA PRN

Sternrehab; Salem (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited referral bonus

Support from leadership

Job summary

Stern Therapy Consultants is seeking a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support residents in Salem County, Salem, NJ. You will deliver OT services under supervision and help residents develop functional daily skills.

The role offers $35–$40/hour with PRN assignments aligned to facility coverage. Benefits include unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,000, plus teamwork with therapy leadership and rehabilitation colleagues.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey OT license and COTA certification.
• Excellent communication and patient-focused care.
• Skilled nursing experience preferred; willing to train new grads.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT services within the treatment plan under supervision.
• Assist residents with dressing, bathing, grooming and toileting.
• Incorporate activities to improve coordination, upper-extremity function and endurance.
• Reinforce adaptive equipment use and energy-conservation techniques.
• Observe progress and discuss concerns with the supervising OT.
• Document care and coordinate with nursing and rehab staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to residents

Education

New Jersey OT license / COTA certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – PRN

Salem County | Salem, NJ
$35–$40/hour | PRN

Stern Therapy Consultants is seeking a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Salem County in Salem, NJ. Support residents receiving skilled nursing rehabilitation by helping them practice everyday tasks, develop functional skills, and use strategies that make daily routines more manageable.

What You'll Do

• Deliver occupational therapy services within the treatment plan established by the supervising OT.

• Work with residents on dressing, bathing, grooming, and toileting, providing assistance and instruction suited to their abilities.

• Incorporate prescribed activities that build coordination, upper-extremity function, and endurance for daily tasks.

• Reinforce adaptive equipment use, energy conservation techniques, and safety recommendations.

• Observe functional changes and discuss residents' progress or treatment concerns with the OT.

• Document care promptly and collaborate with nursing and rehab staff to support carryover between sessions.

What We Offer

• $35–$40 per hour.

• PRN assignments coordinated with your availability and facility coverage needs.

• Unlimited referral bonus, with up to $1,000 per successful referral.

• Support from therapy leadership and collaboration with rehabilitation colleagues.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Occupational Therapy Assistant license and COTA certification.

• Strong communication and attention to residents' individual needs.

• Ability to follow established care plans and maintain accurate treatment documentation.

• Skilled nursing experience is helpful; new graduates are welcome to apply.