Permanent Occupational Therapist Assistant

Talented Medical Solutions; Dalton (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join a permanent, full-time team in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The role offers a 40-hour week, weekend rotation, and the opportunity to work in a large skilled nursing facility with 252 beds.

The ideal candidate will have a current MA OTA license or eligibility, graduate from an accredited OTA program, and prior OTA experience. The role may require floating to neighboring locations to support other sites.

Qualifications

• Current OTA license or eligibility to practice in Massachusetts.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Previous OTA experience required; new graduates will not be considered.
• Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to participate in a weekend rotation.
• Flexibility to float to neighboring locations when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy interventions under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Assist patients with improving ADLs and functional independence.
• Deliver therapeutic activities focusing on strength, balance, mobility and function.
• Monitor progress and communicate changes to the supervising OT and care team.
• Document treatments, responses and progress accurately and timely.
• Educate patients and caregivers on techniques, strategies and safety.
• Collaborate with nursing and rehab staff within the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and respectful treatment environment.
• Provide coverage or float to neighboring sites as needed.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Massachusetts OTA license or eligibility

Accredited OTA program graduate

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Permanent Position

Location: Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Compensation: $28.00–$29.75/hour
Schedule: Any 5 days per week
Hours: 40 hours/week
Weekend Rotation: Required
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Facility Size: 252 beds

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our team in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. This permanent, full-time opportunity offers a competitive compensation package, a 40-hour workweek, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients in a large, established skilled nursing facility.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working a flexible schedule of any five days per week, including participation in a weekend rotation. There may also be opportunities or occasional needs to float to neighboring locations, so flexibility and a willingness to support nearby sites are important.

This position is not accepting new graduates.

Why Join This Team?

Competitive compensation of $28.00–$29.75/hour

40 hours per week

Flexible schedule across any five days

Opportunity to work with a diverse patient population

Collaborative interdisciplinary care environment

Potential opportunity to gain experience across neighboring facilities

Meaningful work focused on improving patient function, independence, and quality of life

Responsibilities

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

Implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and established goals

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

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

Monitor patient progress and communicate changes or concerns to the supervising OT and care team

Document treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately and in a timely manner

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

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

Maintain a safe, supportive, and respectful treatment environment

Provide coverage or float to neighboring sites when needed

Qualifications

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

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Previous OTA experience required; new graduates will not be considered

Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment

Willingness to participate in a weekend rotation

Flexibility to work across neighboring locations when needed

Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused approach

Location

Pittsfield is located in the heart of the beautiful Berkshires, offering a unique combination of professional opportunity and access to outdoor recreation, arts, culture, and scenic New England surroundings.