Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full Time  - McKeesport, PA

Discover the Advantage!

Tired of rehab companies that feel corporate, rigid, and disconnected from patient care? At AdvantageCare Rehabilitation , we believe therapy is about people — not productivity quotas. We are a therapist-founded, therapist-led organization with over 23 years of experience delivering personalized, results-driven rehabilitation services across the post-acute continuum.

Our mission is rooted in passion:

  To elevate lives through personalized therapy, clinical excellence, and a culture that champions our people.

Why AdvantageCare?

• Founded by Therapists – Built on empathy, not spreadsheets.
• Clinical Autonomy – You focus on patient care; we handle the rest.
• Purposeful Growth – Expanding teams with real opportunities for advancement.

When you join AdvantageCare, you’re not just accepting a job — you’re joining a collaborative, energized rehab team where your voice is valued, your career can grow, and your impact is felt every single day.

Position Overview:

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) , you’ll work closely with Occupational Therapists and interdisciplinary team members to help patients regain independence, improve functional abilities, and enhance their quality of life in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver skilled occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Assist patients with improving ADLs, mobility, strength, coordination, and safety.
• Carry out individualized treatment plans based on patient goals.
• Educate patients and caregivers to support carryover and long-term success.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and facility staff for holistic care.
• Track patient progress and report outcomes to supervising OT.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.

This Role Is Ideal for Someone Who:

• Is passionate about patient-centered care.
• Enjoys hands-on treatment and functional rehabilitation.
• Values autonomy while being part of a supportive therapy team.
• Wants stability with growth potential in a respected rehab organization.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program.
• Active or license-eligible COTA license in Pennsylvania.
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills.
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is a plus, but new graduates are welcome.
• Mentorship and onboarding support available.

Why Choose AdvantageCare Rehabilitation?

Therapist-Driven Leadership:
Our leadership team understands the realities of clinical practice. We support you without micromanaging and empower you to practice therapy the right way.

Career Growth That Matters:
We invest in our clinicians with continuing education, mentorship, career laddering, and leadership development opportunities.

A Culture You Can Feel:
At AdvantageCare, you’re never “just a number.” You’re respected, recognized, and supported in a culture built on integrity, collaboration, passion, and doing the right thing — always.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive, industry-leading wages.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Prescription Drug & Telemedicine Coverage.
• HSA & FSA Options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Pet Insurance.
• Free CEU Portal through Relias + $100 Annual License Renewal Stipend.
• Flexible Scheduling Options.
• Referral & Recognition Bonus Programs.
• Wellness Initiatives & Employee Engagement Activities.
• Real career advancement in a company that promotes from within.

Ready to Feel the Advantage?

We make it easy:

• Apply in under 5 minutes.
• Hear back within 1 business day from one of our experienced Recruitment Gurus.
• Interview within 2–3 days.
• Receive an offer within 24 hours and get started quickly with our dedicated Onboarding Team.

Be part of something REAL… Be part of AdvantageCare.

*AdvantageCare Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin