Occupational Therapy Assistant

CommuniCare Rehabilitation; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid CEU Online Library

Work Schedule Flexibility

Job summary

CommuniCare Rehabilitation is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Petersburg Healthcare Center team. This full-time position offers a chance to directly impact residents through therapeutic interventions. Ideal candidates will hold a degree from an accredited program and a valid state license.

The role includes helping clients improve their motor skills and independence, implementing treatment plans, and maintaining documentation per facility standards.

We offer competitive wages, generous PTO, and a supportive work environment that promotes from within.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) education from an accredited program.
• Valid or pending State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License.

Responsibilities

• Help clients improve motor skills and independence.
• Implement treatment plans through direct treatment.
• Document treatments and comply with facility requirements.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Communication skills

Motor skills rehabilitation

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a Full Time opening for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Petersburg Healthcare Center, where our therapists are In-House Team Members. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact with our residents through therapy. CommuniCare is a rapidly growing company, with 170 centers across IN, OH, VA, WV

Competitive Wages, No Wage Freeze

Generous PTO, End of Year PTO Buy Back

Work Schedule Flexibility, Work-Life Balance

Promote-from-within culture; In-house stability and continuity of care

Paid CEU Online Library

Qualifications/Must Have’s

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) education, obtained in an accredited two-year associate degree program

Hold a valid or pending State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Responsibilities

Helps clients improve their quality of life by helping them compensate for limitations, such as, helping injured workers improve their motor skills and re-enter the labor force, and teaching persons with learning disabilities to prepare meals or to use public transportation and increase their independence

Implements treatment plan through direct treatment and collaboration with Occupational Therapist, education of treatment staff and other members of team involved in the treatment plan, as well as family consultation and training.

Complies with the documentation requirements of the rehab department and facility under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

Opportunity to treat at multiple locations, allowing you to serve the diverse needs of residents.