PRN Florida COTA - Rehab Therapy for Independence

WLC Management Firm; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Heartland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Boynton Beach, FL is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) on a PRN basis. You will work with the OT and care team to provide resident-centered therapy services that promote independence and safety.

Applicants must be a Florida-licensed COTA and a graduate of an accredited OTA program. Prior long-term care experience is preferred, but new grads are encouraged to apply and will be considered for flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must hold Florida COTA license.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Long-term care or skilled nursing facility experience preferred; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans to improve residents' abilities.
• Guide residents through therapeutic exercises and ADLs to promote recovery and independence.
• Monitor resident progress and document treatments and responses per policy.
• Communicate with therapists, nursing staff, physicians, and care team.
• Ensure resident safety during therapy sessions and follow infection control guidelines.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality of resident information.
• Provide encouragement and support throughout rehabilitation.
• Foster a positive, respectful therapy environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Compassionate care

Education

Graduate of an accredited OTA program

Florida COTA license

Job description

Heartland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Boynton Beach, FL is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) on a PRN basis. You will work with the OT and care team to provide resident-centered therapy services that promote independence and safety.

Applicants must be a Florida-licensed COTA and a graduate of an accredited OTA program. Prior long-term care experience is preferred, but new grads are encouraged to apply and will be considered for flexible scheduling.