Occupational Therapy Assistant

Description

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®

Be part of something new from the very beginning!

Blue Stone Therapy is expanding our presence in the Omaha area with a new skilled nursing partnership, and we're building the therapy team. We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who is excited to help establish a strong therapy program while delivering individualized, patient-centered care in a collaborative and supportive environment.

This is a great opportunity to join an established Blue Stone Therapy market while helping shape a new therapy team and facility partnership from day one.

• Be part of a new skilled nursing therapy partnership
• Help build a strong therapy program from the beginning
• Join Blue Stone Therapy’s established and growing Omaha-area team
• Collaborative interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
• Supportive OT/COTA collaboration
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive benefits for eligible employees

• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Carry out individualized treatment plans to improve independence with daily activities, functional mobility, strength, coordination, and safety
• Help patients develop or regain skills needed to participate as independently as possible in everyday activities
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on adaptive strategies, equipment, and techniques to support independence and safety
• Monitor and communicate patient progress, response to treatment, and changes in condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Collaborate with therapy, nursing, and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated patient care
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards
• Contribute to the development and success of a new therapy program through teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license or eligibility for licensure in Nebraska

• Strong clinical and patient care skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Passion for helping patients achieve greater independence and meaningful functional outcomes
• Ability to work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists and an interdisciplinary care team
• Positive attitude and willingness to help build a strong therapy program
• Skilled nursing, post-acute, or geriatric experience is helpful but not required

Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities throughout the Midwest to deliver high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Our therapists are supported by experienced leaders, collaborative teams, and a shared commitment to helping patients achieve meaningful outcomes.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Additional benefits available based on eligibility

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.

Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer