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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

StepUp Rehab

Join Our Team at Step Up Rehab!

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Step Up Rehab is seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic team! At various skilled nursing facilities across Florida, you'll provide exceptional rehabilitative care in a supportive and collaborative environment. We prioritize your professional growth and offer a nurturing workplace where your skills and dedication can truly impact the lives of our residents.

Why Choose Step Up Rehab?
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work in modern gyms equipped with the latest technology to enhance patient recovery
  • Competitive Pay: We offer highly competitive salaries to recognize your skills and dedication
  • Employee Appreciation: Participate in monthly events that celebrate your hard work and dedication
  • Flexible Scheduling: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible hours to fit your lifestyle
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, and vision insurance options, including family plans- Step Up Rehab now proudly offers medical benefits through Blue Cross/Blue Shield!
  • Retirement Security: Secure your future with our 401(k) plans, featuring a generous company discretionary 3% match
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Benefit from a minimum of 21 days of paid time off to recharge and relax
  • Referral Program: Earn $1000 for successfully referring qualified candidates to our team
  • CEU Reimbursement: We support your ongoing education and professional development with reimbursement for continuing education units, available to FT employees after 6 months of employment
  • Comfortable Staff Ratios: Work in an environment where you can provide quality care without feeling overwhelmed
  • Supportive Culture: Collaborate with a caring staff and management team committed to your success
  • Travel Stipend: We offer a travel stipend to assist with work-related travel expenses
Please see the link below to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, implemented under House Bill 531 (2025)

FULL-TIME POSITION

This position is exclusively for professionals licensed in the state of Florida as a COTA. All services are provided in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).

Why Step Up Rehab?

We support clinicians with realistic caseloads, modern rehab gyms, and leadership that values quality care and clinician well-being.

What We Offer Full-Time Employees
  • CEU reimbursement
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 20+ days PTO
  • $1,000 referral bonus program
  • Modern facilities with state-of-the-art gyms and advanced rehab equipment
  • Competitive pay
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Medical insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield, plus dental and vision with Delta
  • AFLAC options
  • Life insurance
  • Support with childcare placement
  • Daily Pay option
  • Monthly employee appreciation events
  • Comfortable caseloads
  • Supportive leadership and a positive culture
  • At Step Up Rehab, we see you as a person first - your passion, your strengths, and your heart for helping others. If that sounds like you, we'd be proud to have you join us!"
Position Summary

Provide skilled COTA-related therapy services to residents in a Skilled Nursing Facility while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to improve safety, function, and quality of life.

Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited COTA program
  • Active Florida COTA license (or license-eligible) required
  • SNF or post-acute experience preferred
  • Net Health knowledge preferred

Please see the link below to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, implemented under House Bill 531 (2025)

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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