Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Skilled Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Full-Time & PRN| Cincinnati, OH | Skilled Nursing & Post-Acute Rehabilitation
Help Patients Regain Independence Every Day

Concept Rehab is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing and post-acute care setting. In this role, you'll work closely with Occupational Therapists and interdisciplinary care teams to help patients improve function, enhance safety, and achieve greater independence in their daily lives.

This opportunity is ideal for clinicians who enjoy building meaningful patient relationships, delivering quality care, and making a tangible impact on recovery outcomes.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

Concept Rehab offers a competitive compensation package that recognizes clinical experience, licensure, skills, and professional contributions. We are committed to supporting our clinicians through comprehensive benefits, continuing education opportunities, and pathways for career growth.

Why Concept Rehab?

For more than 45 years, Concept Rehab has been therapist-owned and therapist-led, partnering with skilled nursing and post-acute providers to deliver exceptional rehabilitation services.

We believe clinicians thrive when they are supported, respected, and empowered to deliver the highest level of care.

Our Mission: Champion Excellence. Enrich Lives. Inspire Innovation.

Our Values: Commitment • Respect • Integrity

Requirements:

What You'll Do

• Implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve functional performance
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions that support independence with daily activities
• Assist patients with self-care, dressing, grooming, bathing, and other activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Support upper extremity strengthening, fine motor coordination, balance, and functional mobility activities
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to supervising therapists
• Collaborate with nursing staff, rehabilitation team members, patients, and families
• Educate caregivers and facility staff on therapeutic techniques and safety recommendations
• Contribute to discharge planning and continuity of care efforts
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant electronic documentation
• Promote a positive and engaging rehabilitation experience for patients

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Active Ohio COTA license in good standing
• Skilled nursing, geriatric, or post-acute care experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care
• New graduates encouraged to apply

Full-Time Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Continuing Education Support
• Emerging Leaders Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Therapist-Owned Organization
• Supportive Clinical Leadership

Why Our Team Members Choose Concept Rehab

• Therapist-led culture that values clinical excellence
• Opportunity to work closely with patients and see meaningful progress
• Collaborative interdisciplinary environment
• Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Work-life balance and scheduling flexibility
• Career advancement pathways within a growing organization

Join Concept Rehab and help patients build the skills, confidence, and independence needed to return to the activities that matter most.