Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)-Full-Time

Ahava Therapy Services; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Daily Pay Option

Medical, Dental, Vision

Short/Long-Term Disability

Ancillary Insurance & FSA

PTO + Free Birthday Holiday + Holiday

Free Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Free CEUs through Ahava University

Job summary

Ahava Therapy Services is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for our Cordova, TN facility. The OTA will support skilled therapy services at Cordova Wellness & Rehab Center, assisting with evaluations, plan of care, and collaborative care with an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires an accredited OTA program graduate, Tennessee OTA license eligibility, BLS/CPR certification, and strong communication and observation skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active Tennessee OTA license (or eligible).
• Current BLS/CPR certification (or obtained during orientation).
• Strong written, verbal, and observational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled OTA treatments per established plan of care.
• Assist the OT with evaluations, tests, and complex procedures.
• Observe, document, and report resident progress and conditions.
• Maintain accurate daily treatment documentation and progress notes.
• Assist in consultations with families, physicians, and team members.
• Support department care, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance.
• Participate in in-service training and continuing education.
• Contribute to care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Written communication

Verbal communication

Observational skills

Education

Accredited OTA program

Job description

FULL-TIME OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (OTA)

Location: Cordova, TN

Facility: Cordova Wellness & Rehab Center

Join Our Team!

Ahava Therapy Services provides Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy across a variety of care settings.

We are committed to delivering innovative, evidence-based care through teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Our mission is to maximize each patient's potential while improving their quality of life, leading the revolution in therapy services with compassion, respect, and clinical excellence.

We hire therapists who share our vision, demonstrate strong clinical skills, and work diligently to restore function while preventing decline in the patients we serve.

About the Facility

Cordova Wellness & Rehab Center is a 242-bed skilled nursing facility offering:

• Short-term rehabilitation
• Long-term care
• Outpatient therapy services

Located in the East Memphis/Cordova area, this in-house rehab team is known for strong leadership, a supportive culture, and a commitment to excellent clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled occupational therapy treatments in accordance with the supervising Occupational Therapist's established plan of care.
• Assist the OT with evaluations, tests, and complex therapeutic procedures.
• Observe, document, and report resident conditions, responses, and progress.
• Maintain accurate daily treatment documentation and progress notes.
• Assist in consultations with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Support the OT department's care, cleanliness, and organization, and ensure the proper care and maintenance of equipment.
• Participate in in-service training, staff meetings, and continuing education.
• Contribute to care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow all Ahava Therapy Services policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
• Understand payer guidelines and allocate therapy resources based on patient needs and discharge goals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, LCD policies, and third-party reimbursement.
• Maintain expected productivity levels while demonstrating strong teamwork, communication, and clinical judgment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active Tennessee OTA license (or eligibility).
• Current BLS/CPR certification (or obtained during orientation).
• Strong written, verbal, and observational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Competitive Pay
• Daily Pay Option
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Ancillary Insurance & FSA
• PTO + Free Birthday Holiday + Holiday Bonus Pay
• Free Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Free CEUs through Ahava University

Be part of something meaningful.

Join Ahava Therapy Services — where compassion meets excellence, and therapists are empowered to make a difference every day.