Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time Autumn Lake at Patuxent River | Laurel, MD $36–$40/hour | Full-Time | Benefits Available A successful therapy session can help a resident approach the rest of their day with greater independence. Ultimate Therapy is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Autumn Lake at Patuxent River to provide practical, individualized treatment in a skilled nursing rehabilitation setting. What You'll Do Implement the supervising Occupational Therapist's plan of care through purposeful activities and guided practice. Help residents develop skills for dressing, bathing, grooming, and toileting. Incorporate prescribed exercises that address upper-extremity function, coordination, and activity tolerance. Reinforce adaptive equipment techniques and strategies for managing tasks safely and conserving energy. Communicate functional progress, treatment responses, and changes in assistance needs to the OT. Document services accurately and work with nursing and rehabilitation colleagues to reinforce skills during daily routines. What We Offer $36–$40 per hour. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k). CEU reimbursement. Parental leave and disability insurance. Unlimited referral bonus, with up to $1,000 per successful referral. Support from therapy leadership and collaboration with the rehabilitation team. Qualifications Active Maryland Occupational Therapy Assistant license and COTA certification. Ability to carry out individualized treatment plans and observe resident-specific precautions. Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical documentation skills. Skilled nursing experience is a plus; new graduates are welcome to apply. Salary: $36.00 - $40.00 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr