Occupational Therapy Assistant

TMC: Therapy Management Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

CEU and state licensure reimbursement

Mental wellness support program

New graduate tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Therapy Management Corporation (TMC) is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver personalized occupational therapy to adults and geriatric populations in a collaborative clinical setting.

You will focus on improving independence, mobility and safety, following patients over time to support meaningful functional outcomes and QoL. This role emphasizes clinical autonomy within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or licensure eligible in the state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Interest or experience in geriatric rehabilitation or senior living therapy.
• Passion for patient-centered care and improving quality of life for older adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized occupational therapy services under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to help patients improve functional independence, safety and overall quality of life.
• Implement patient-centered treatment plans focused on ADLs, strength, mobility, and adaptive techniques.
• Help patients improve their ability to perform daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, grooming, and meal preparation.
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams, caregivers, and nursing staff to support strong patient outcomes and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on individual rehabilitation needs.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

COTA licensure in state

Accredited OTA program

Job description

Overview

If you’re a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who wants to empower patients to achieve meaningful outcomes through compassionate and patient-centered therapy—this is it. In this role, you’ll provide occupational therapy services to the adult/geriatric population, working closely with patients to improve independence, mobility, safety, and overall quality of life. You’ll have the opportunity to follow patient progress over time and deliver truly patient-centered care in a collaborative clinical environment. Here’s your chance to focus on what matters most—quality outcomes, consistency of care, and clinical autonomy while making a meaningful difference every day. Therapy Management Corporation (TMC) is a trusted therapy provider dedicated to delivering high-quality rehabilitation services while creating environments where clinicians feel supported, valued and empowered.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Build meaningful relationships while helping individuals improve independence, mobility and overall quality of life
• Enjoy flexible scheduling options and a supportive work environment designed to promote work-life balance
• Provide personalized, patient-centered occupational therapy focused on functional outcomes
• Deliver high-quality care in a setting that values clinical excellence over high patient volume
• Thrive in a collaborative, therapist-driven environment that encourages professional growth, mentorship and clinical autonomy

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Provide personalized occupational therapy services under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to help patients improve functional independence, safety and overall quality of life
• Implement patient-centered treatment plans focused on ADLs, strength, mobility, and adaptive techniques
• Help patients improve their ability to perform daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, grooming, and meal preparation
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams, caregivers, and nursing staff to support strong patient outcomes and continuity of care
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on individual rehabilitation needs

Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Generous PTO and paid holidays (including one personal holiday)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education (CEU) and state licensure reimbursement
• Mental wellness support program
• New graduate tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Career advancement and leadership development

Qualifications:

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or license eligible in the state of practice
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Interest or experience in geriatric rehabilitation or senior living therapy
• Passion for patient-centered care and improving quality of life for older adults