COTA: Restore Independence in Rehab – Full/Part-Time

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Dunes Road (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Professional growth

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team under the supervision of a licensed OT.

The role focuses on helping residents improve daily living skills, independence, and quality of life through individualized treatment plans and interdisciplinary collaboration. You will document progress, educate residents and families, and maintain a safe therapy environment.

Qualifications

• Active Florida COTA license in good standing.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or rehab setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, resident-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist the OT in implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Provide interventions to improve functional independence and daily living skills.
• Monitor resident progress and communicate updates to the supervising OT.
• Accurately document treatments and resident responses.
• Assist residents with mobility, self-care, coordination, strength and adaptive techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support resident outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.
• Educate residents and families about therapy programs and goals.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility policies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Organization

Compassionate care

Education

Florida COTA license

Job description

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team under the supervision of a licensed OT.

The role focuses on helping residents improve daily living skills, independence, and quality of life through individualized treatment plans and interdisciplinary collaboration. You will document progress, educate residents and families, and maintain a safe therapy environment.