Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Powerbackrehabtoyou; Great Barrington (MA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental plans

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

Powerbackrehabtoyou is looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. In this full-time position, you will assist in implementing therapy programs that help patients regain their independence.

With a salary range of $32 to $40 per hour and a generous $10,000 retention bonus, this role offers great compensation and benefits including medical and dental plans. Your passion for patient care will make a significant impact in our community.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
• Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy programs and activities as per recovery plans.
• Assist patients in restoring, reinforcing, and enhancing physical abilities.
• Collaborate with peers and make referrals for patient care.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Collaboration with peers

Flexibility in therapy delivery

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Certification from National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

FULL-TIME OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT / $15,000 RETENTION BONUS!

FULL-TIME COTAS EARN UP TO $44/HR - ASK ABOUT OUR MOD COMP PROGRAM!

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant

Location/work environment: In facility

Reporting structure: Reporting to Director of Rehab

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you help patients get well. You are the person who can bring their power back. In doing this, you will implement occupational therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments.

You're a healer and a helper, which is why you got into this line of work.

You're equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as an individual. You know your goal is to execute a program that will restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities and independence.

You're adaptable to the needs of the patient and can find joy in the variety of the work and the settings.

You're a teammate and are looking for collaboration with your peers, but you're also happy to make referrals to help your patient get the care they need to thrive.

You know that being an Occupational Therapy Assistant means putting patients first; ensuring patients and their families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
2. Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
3. They must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.

Posted Salary Range

USD $32.00 - $40.00 /Hr.

Bonus

USD $10,000.00