Perm Occupational Therapist Assistant

Talented Medical Solutions; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions in Waldorf, Maryland seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for a permanent, full-time role in a 115-bed skilled nursing facility. Work with an interdisciplinary team to help patients regain independence across long-term care and short-term rehab populations.

New graduates are welcome to apply; Maryland license or eligibility required. Schedule is Monday–Friday with a weekend rotation, 40 hours per week, with competitive compensation of

Qualifications

• Maryland OTA license or eligibility
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program
• New graduates welcome to apply
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work with long-term and short-term rehab populations
• Willingness to weekend rotation

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy interventions under supervision of licensed OT
• Implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and mobility
• Deliver therapeutic activities for strength, balance, and coordination
• Monitor progress and communicate with supervising OT and care team
• Document treatments and progress accurately
• Educate patients and caregivers on techniques and safety
• Collaborate with nursing, rehab staff, physicians and care team
• Participate in care planning and goal setting
• Maintain a safe, respectful treatment environment
• Follow facility policies and regulations

Skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Empathy

Patient-focused care

Weekend rotation willingness

Team player

Education

Maryland OTA license or eligibility

Graduate of accredited OTA program

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Permanent Position

New graduates are welcome to apply!

Location: Waldorf, Maryland
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Compensation: $27.00–$32.00/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday with a weekend rotation
Hours: 40 hours/week
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Facility Size: 115 beds
Patient Population: Long-Term Care & Short-Term Rehabilitation

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our team in Waldorf, Maryland. This permanent, full-time opportunity offers a consistent weekday schedule, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work with both long-term care and short-term rehabilitation patients.

As part of a 115-bed skilled nursing facility, you'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team to help patients regain functional independence, achieve their therapy goals, and improve their overall quality of life.

New graduates are welcome to apply and will be considered based on their experience and clinical background.

Why Join This Team?

Competitive compensation of $27.00–$32.00/hour

40 hours per week

Monday–Friday schedule with a weekend rotation

Opportunity to work with both long-term care and short-term rehab patients

Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment

Diverse caseload offering opportunities to strengthen your clinical skills

Supportive setting for experienced clinicians and new graduates

Meaningful opportunity to make a difference in patients' daily lives and independence

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist

Implement individualized treatment plans based on each patient's functional needs and goals

Assist patients with improving independence in activities of daily living and functional mobility

Provide therapeutic activities focused on strength, coordination, balance, mobility, and functional performance

Monitor patient progress and communicate observations with the supervising OT and interdisciplinary care team

Document treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately and timely

Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, adaptive strategies, and safety

Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation staff, physicians, and other members of the care team

Participate in care planning and contribute to patient-centered treatment goals

Maintain a safe, respectful, and encouraging treatment environment

Follow facility policies, clinical standards, and applicable regulations

Qualifications

Current Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) license or eligibility for licensure in Maryland

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

New graduates are welcome to apply

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused approach

Ability to work effectively with both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care populations

Willingness to participate in a weekend rotation

Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team

Commitment to providing high-quality, individualized patient care

About the Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for an OTA who wants to build a rewarding career in skilled nursing while working with a diverse patient population. Whether you're helping a short-term rehab patient regain independence or supporting a long-term resident in maintaining their functional abilities, your work will have a direct and lasting impact.

If you're an experienced OTA looking for a stable full-time opportunity or a new graduate ready to begin your career in a supportive skilled nursing environment, we'd love to hear from you.