Occupational Therapist Assistant

VMP Healthcare & Community Living; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedules

Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)

403(b) Retirement Plan and Roth IRA

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

VMP Healthcare & Community Living is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in West Allis, Wisconsin. The COTA will assist clients in achieving therapy goals through personalized care under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary, flexible schedules, and benefits like medical insurance and a retirement plan. The ideal candidate should possess a current COTA certification, strong communication skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Qualifications

• Current COTA certification and state licensure.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy practices and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing clients’ daily living function.
• Help develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions based on care plan.
• Complete all required documentation accurately.
• Monitor and report client progress toward goals.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Patient-centered approach

Ability to prioritize and manage time

Education

Current COTA certification and state licensure

Job description

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Make a meaningful impact—help residents regain independence and improve their quality of life every day! We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. In this role, you will work under the direction of a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) to support clients in achieving their therapy goals through personalized, high-quality care. VMP is dedicated to delivering comprehensive senior healthcare and community living services in alignment with our core values; Integrity, Respect, Compassion, Excellence, Teamwork, Community, and Fun. Our vision is to spearhead the evolution of the senior living industry towards a dynamic future, driven by innovative and resident-focused clinical and administrative solutions.

What’s In It for You

This is a Full-Time, 1st-Shift, Monday-Friday position. We offer a Competitive Wage and Benefits to Eligible Employees that include:

• Flexible Schedules
• Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan and Roth IRA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Time Off

Position Summary

The COTA assists with assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting occupational therapy programs for clients under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist. This role follows all corporate guidelines, policies, and regulatory standards to ensure safe, effective, and compliant care.

What You’ll Do

Assessment

• Assist in assessing clients’ activities of daily living (ADL) function
• Communicate screening and assessment findings to the OTR
• Review client conditions and complete therapy screenings as requested
• Share results with clients, families, and care team members
• Complete all required documentation accurately and timely
• Monitor and report client progress toward goals
• Assist in reassessing and updating care plans as needed

Planning

• Help develop individualized treatment plans to meet client goals
• Communicate therapy plans and progress with clients and families
• Collaborate with the OTR regarding treatment planning and updates
• Partner with the interdisciplinary team for discharge and transition planning
• Support discharge planning and documentation
• Ensure completion of all required discharge records

Implementation

• Deliver therapeutic interventions based on the established plan of care
• Prioritize treatments according to client needs and physician orders
• Educate clients and families on treatment purpose and progress
• Communicate ongoing updates with the care team and OTR
• Maintain accurate, timely daily treatment documentation
• Follow all precautions related to diagnoses and therapy techniques
• Communicate changes in condition to the OTR and care team

What We’re Looking For

• Current COTA certification and state licensure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Knowledge of occupational therapy practices and documentation standards

What you can expect from us upon our receipt of your application

• Human Resources will contact you within 1-2 business days of your application submission
• Complete 1-2 interview(s) and meet with immediate supervisor and mentor
• Upon receiving the job offer, complete onboarding paperwork through Paycor
• Paid New-Hire Orientation
• Continuous training from mentor