Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time and PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – In-House Rehab Team!  

Location: State College, PA

Position: Full-Time (FT) & PRN

Setting: In-House Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) 

Say Goodbye to Contract Company Burnout!  

Are you a passionate COTA who loves working with the geriatric population but is tired of unrealistic productivity metrics and endless corporate red tape? 

At  Embassy of Hearthside , we do things differently. We are proud to operate a 100% in-house therapy department . That means you work directly for our facility, collaborating closely with a dedicated interdisciplinary team that prioritizes true client success over corporate quotas. Come build meaningful relationships with your patients and actually enjoy going to work! 

What You’ll Be Doing:  

As our full-time COTA, you will be hands-on in helping our residents regain their independence and confidently transition back to their daily lives. 

• Treat & Empower: Carry out highly individualized care plans established by the evaluating OT, focusing on restoring function in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). 

• Innovate: Utilize evidence-based practices for cognitive rehabilitation, vision therapy, and adaptive equipment training to maximize patient autonomy. 

• Collaborate: Work hand-in-hand with our OTs, PTAs, SLPs, and nursing staff to ensure a seamless, patient-centered approach to rehab. 

• Educate: Empower patients, families, and facility staff with strategies to support long-term recovery and safe transitions. 

• Document: Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with state, federal, and facility guidelines. 

What You Bring to the Table:  

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program. 

• Licensure: Active (or pending) state OTA license in PA. 

• Certification: NBCOT certification is required. 

• Experience: Previous experience in a SNF or adult rehab setting is a plus, but a collaborative mindset and passion for patient care are what matter most. 

• Skills: Strong clinical execution, empathy, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us (The Perks!):  

Because we are in-house, we invest directly in  YOU . 

•   Competitive Salary: Commensurate with your experience. 

• ⚖️  Realistic Expectations: Ethical, manageable productivity standards. 

•   Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. 

• ️  Generous PTO: Paid time off and paid holidays to support your work-life balance. 
•   Culture: A supportive, family-like environment where your clinical insights as an assistant are truly valued. 

Ready to Make a Difference?  

If you are ready to practice therapy the way it was meant to be practiced, we want to meet you! 

Send your resume directly to  View email address on jobswipe.net with the subject line:  'In-House COTA - Hearthside' .