Occupational Therapy Assistant

Prestige Healthcare Management; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dynamic therapy team. The position is Per Diem (PRN) and involves assisting with therapy services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to help residents regain motor skills and perform daily activities.

You will contribute to a supportive rehabilitation program in a healthcare setting, adhering to facility policies and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Iowa COTA license.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations including the OT Practice Act.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in long‑term care or rehabilitation setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the practice of occupational therapy and activities requiring OT knowledge.
• Work under the direction of a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Interview residents to assist the OT in determining health status and recovery rate.
• Document OT services in the resident's medical record and follow policies.
• Schedule and coordinate therapy sessions with nursing staff as instructed by the OT or Rehab Director.

Skills

COTA license Iowa

Accredited OTA program

CPR/BLS

Regulations knowledge

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Long-term care experience

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) to join our dynamic therapy team!

Available Positions:

• Per Diem (PRN)

Helps residents regain motor skills and improve their physical health to effectively perform daily activities through the use of various therapeutic exercises and activities, only under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, and in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, standards, the state occupational therapy practice act, and established facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the practice of occupational therapy and activities requiring an understanding of occupational therapy but not requiring advanced training in anatomical, biological, and physical sciences.
• Practices only under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist
• Interviews new and returning residents to assist the Occupational Therapist in determining their health status and rate of recovery.
• Documents occupational therapy services by charting in the resident's medical record and complies with facility documentation policies.
• Schedules and coordinates therapy sessions with nursing staff as instructed by the Occupational Therapist or Rehabilitation Director.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in the state of Iowa.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• CPR/BLS certification (required).
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations, including the Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in long‑term care or rehabilitation setting preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a healthcare facility environment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs may be required.
• Exposure to residents with varying physical and cognitive conditions.
• Must adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards.