Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Be part of our esteemed skilled nursing facility, providing outstanding and individualized care. Your role as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) will focus on optimizing patients’ functional abilities, developing treatment plans tailored to each individual, and improving their quality of life. You will observe artificiously, assess and document progress in a timely manner, while communicating effectively with the therapy team, patients, and families.

We rely on you to provide timely feedback to the designated supervisor on all clinical and rehabilitation issues and to be an active team member interested in continuous professional development.

• Optimize functional abilities and skills of patients by creating and implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Observe, assess, and document progress regularly and accurately.
• Communicate effectively with the therapy team, patients, and families.
• Provide clinical and rehabilitation feedback to the supervising occupational therapist.
• Actively participate in team decisions and collaborative practice.

• An active state COTA license is required.
• Experience in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, annual performance reviews, unlimited employee referral bonus up to $1,000, continuing education unit reimbursement, parental leave, disability insurance, and opportunities for advancement.

Am I guaranteed 40 hours? While we cannot guarantee hours, we typically offer a full caseload and can provide additional hours at nearby locations.

Do you give raises? Staff are eligible for performance reviews, which provide opportunities for salary increases.

Why is this position open? Therapists often move on to pursue other practice specialties. We retain many therapists on PRN schedules, and teams occasionally grow as new opportunities arise.

How does corporate support the therapists on the floors? Many of our Regional Directors and corporate members are therapists themselves, providing guidance on Medicare and insurance guidelines and ensuring a well‑supported work environment.

What type of mentorship or support do you provide for new grads? We offer a comprehensive mentorship program pairing new graduates with experienced therapists for documentation, evaluations, treatment methods, and ongoing support.

Ultimate Therapy is dedicated to connecting talented Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants with rewarding career opportunities across skilled nursing facilities. Our mission is to empower COTAs to thrive in their profession by matching them with positions that align with their skills, expertise, and aspirations.