Job Description: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) / Long-Term Care
Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Quick Start
Specialty: Rehabilitation Therapy
Sub-Specialty: COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant)
Schedule: Days
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
Assignment Duration: 13 weeks

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join a Skilled Nursing Facility and Long-Term Care team. This role involves supporting Occupational Therapists in providing high-quality rehabilitative care to residents, helping them regain function, independence, and quality of life.

• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist
• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions to improve functional abilities
• Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in accordance with regulatory and facility standards
• Communicate effectively with supervising Occupational Therapists and interdisciplinary team members
• Help educate residents, families, and caregivers on safe mobility and daily living strategies
• Ensure adherence to all professional, ethical, and safety standards
• Support continuity of care and contribute to positive resident outcomes

• Active and valid state license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a clinical setting
• SNF or Long-Term Care experience preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and clinical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare team members

• State License: Must be currently active
• Bilingual Requirement: None
• Holiday Coverage: Not required
• EMR: No specific system listed