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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

$28 - $34 per hour

Portside Health & Rehab Center

Empower Healing And Restore Independence

Join our compassionate therapy team in a skilled nursing facility and make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every step of the way!

Advantages:

  • Flexible Pay Options – Choose On-Demand Pay and get paid as soon as tomorrow for work done today or opt for our Weekly Pay schedule!
  • Positive, Family-Like Atmosphere – Work in a fun, supportive environment where teamwork and care go hand-in-hand.
  • Generous PTO & Benefits – Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
  • Career Growth Opportunities – Take advantage of our Loan and Forgiveness program as well as other educational programs to advance your nursing career.
  • Continuing Education Units – Access to free CEUs to support required licensure.
  • Strong, Stable Leadership – Join a team led by experienced managers who are committed to customer service excellence and staff development.

Benefits and Perks:

  • DAILY Pay!
  • Benefit eligibility the first of the month following 30 days
  • Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision, and more. Health Savings Account available with employer contribution.
  • 401K through Fidelity
  • Employer-paid life insurance (FT employees)
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Educational, leadership, and tuition opportunities
  • Various discount programs offered, including discounted childcare programs through KinderCare
  • Wellness programs offered through WebMD
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Culture of employees creating an IMPACT!

Position Summary:

The primary function of your job is to return patients to optimal physical function and facilitate the achievement of patient, physician, and therapy goals within a SNF setting. Instruct the patient in maintaining achieved level of function after discharge through education, independent exercise program, and appropriate activity modification, under the supervision of the OT and DOR.

Education/Qualifications:

  • Employee must hold an Associate's Degree from an accredited college.
  • Must hold a current and valid license granted from the state of employment.
  • Current and valid OTA license granted from state of employment.
  • Must possess basic computer skills and ability to navigate through various software programs, including service delivery software and the electronic health record software.

Shift & Wage:

  • Full-Time Opportunity Available
  • Shift Needed: Days
  • Wage: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour

*Program details can vary amongst buildings. Please see HR for the facility-specific benefit plans.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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