Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)

Job description

Overview

HealthPRO Heritage is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing setting! If you're passionate about helping older adults maintain independence, regain functional abilities, and improve their quality of life, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working with a supportive, collaborative team.

Why Join HealthPRO Heritage?

• Competitive Pay based on experience.
• Flexible Employment Options: Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Preferred Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, with flexibility available.
• Supportive Clinical Team: Work alongside dedicated rehabilitation professionals who value collaboration and quality patient care.
• Meaningful Work: Help residents improve daily living skills, maintain independence, and achieve their therapy goals.
• Resident-Centered Care: Provide individualized treatment plans focused on each resident's unique needs.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuing education and opportunities to develop your clinical skills.

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Treatment Implementation: Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
• Progress Monitoring & Documentation: Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
• Collaboration & Patient Education: Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
• Therapeutic Activities & Support: Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
• Certification: Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Licensure: Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Experience: Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.