Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN

Department: Therapy Management Corporation

Location: Tennessee

Compensation: $24.00 - $30.00 / hour

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long‑term care providers. We are growing and looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the team. We want a COTA that believes in the benefits of occupational therapy and has a passion for what they do. Giving back is at the core of everything we do.

TMC is committed to our team members, helping them enhance skills, remain current on regulations, stay up to date on innovative technology, and advance their personal and professional growth. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can see your career grow and be part of something incredible, TMC is the place for you. We take pride in offering growth opportunities as we seek leadership within our current teams.

With TMC, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants don’t just make a living; they make a difference. Come be part of something bigger than a job!

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) plays a crucial role in the rehabilitation and care of patients with various physical, mental, or emotional conditions. The primary goal of a COTA is to assist individuals in developing, recovering, improving, and maintaining the skills needed for daily living and working.

• Patient Care Execution:
  Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, a COTA is responsible for executing the therapeutic plans designed to help patients, including teaching adaptive equipment use, guiding exercises, and engaging activities that are crucial to recovery.
• Activity and Program Planning:
  Contributing to planning and selection of therapeutic activities tailored to individual needs and interests, understanding goals set by the therapist and applying creative and practical approaches.
• Progress Monitoring:
  Regularly monitoring and documenting patient progress, observing changes, reporting to the therapist, and adjusting interventions accordingly.
• Patient and Family
  
  Education:
  
  Educating patients and their families about therapy process, adaptive equipment, and home modifications; providing clear instructions and support to ensure continued practice at home for long‑term recovery and independence.

• Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

• Flexible Scheduling.
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.