Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time & Per Diem

Location: 2242 Wright Street, Blair, NE 68008
Facility Type: In-House Subacute Rehabilitation Facility
Position Type: Full-Time and Per Diem

About the Position

We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to join our rehabilitation team at an in-house subacute rehabilitation facility in Blair, Nebraska.

We are currently hiring for both Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide skilled occupational therapy services designed to help patients regain independence, improve functional abilities, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a COTA who enjoys building meaningful relationships with patients and working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Assist patients in improving their ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and functional tasks.

• Implement individualized treatment interventions according to the established plan of care.

• Assist patients with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, feeding, transfers, and other functional activities as appropriate.

• Provide therapeutic activities and exercises to improve strength, coordination, balance, endurance, cognition, and functional independence.

• Educate patients and caregivers regarding safety, adaptive techniques, and recommended equipment.

• Assist with the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices.

• Monitor and report patient progress, response to treatment, and changes in condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist and appropriate members of the healthcare team.

• Maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation and other required clinical records.

• Participate in interdisciplinary communication and care planning as appropriate.

• Promote patient dignity, safety, independence, and quality of life.

• Follow facility policies, professional standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) or applicable credentialing requirements.

• Current Nebraska Occupational Therapy Assistant license or eligibility for Nebraska licensure.

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

• Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain as required.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with patients, families, therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.

• Previous experience in subacute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care is preferred but not required.

Why Join Our Team?

• Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities

• In-house subacute rehabilitation setting

• Collaborative interdisciplinary team

• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients

• Supportive environment focused on quality rehabilitation and patient outcomes

• Opportunity to help patients regain independence and return to their highest level of function

Schedule

Full-Time: Regular full-time schedule based on facility needs.

Per Diem: Flexible scheduling based on facility and clinician availability.

Location

2242 Wright Street
Blair, NE 68008