Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Salary

$ 31 / hr - $ 40.10 / hr

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Help Residents Rediscover Independence. Build a Career With Purpose.

At West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, rehabilitation is about more than completing exercises — it's about helping residents regain confidence, independence, and the ability to participate in the activities and routines that matter most to them.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Working alongside Occupational Therapists and an interdisciplinary care team, you'll provide individualized therapy interventions that support resident goals, promote functional independence, and enhance quality of life.

West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 76-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, providing Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care, along with specialized support including hospice care and respite care. Our interdisciplinary team provides personalized nursing care, rehabilitation services, and clinical support while creating a welcoming environment centered on resident dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

As a COTA, you'll have the opportunity to work with residents across a variety of care needs while collaborating with therapists, nursing, and other healthcare professionals to support meaningful progress and individualized goals. If you're passionate about resident-centered care and want to work in an environment where teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence are valued, we'd love to welcome you to the West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center team.

Why Join Our Team?

At West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, our rehabilitation professionals play an essential role in helping residents achieve their highest level of independence while maintaining dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Provide individualized therapy focused on functional progress and quality of life
• Work with both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care residents
• Help residents regain skills needed for everyday activities and greater independence
• Collaborate closely with Occupational Therapists and an interdisciplinary care team
• Develop your clinical skills through continuing education and professional development
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Full Benefits Package: Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Benefits
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Continuing Education & Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Opportunities for Professional Growth
• Supportive Interdisciplinary Team Environment
• Meaningful Work Supporting Resident Care

Join a Team That Puts CARE Back Into Healthcare

At West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, our values of Performance, Integrity, Transparency, Respect, and Communication guide how we care for our residents and support our team members. Our Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants are more than providers of therapy interventions — they are partners in helping residents rebuild confidence, maintain dignity, regain functional skills, and achieve meaningful goals throughout their rehabilitation journey.

If you're looking for a rehabilitation environment where your skills are valued, your contributions are recognized, and your work makes a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply today and become part of the West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center team.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will work under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to provide skilled occupational therapy interventions designed to support resident goals, improve functional abilities, and promote independence.

COTA Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled occupational therapy treatments according to established plans of care and within the scope of practice
• Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing individualized treatment programs based on resident needs and goals
• Provide individual and group therapy interventions as appropriate
• Help residents improve their ability to participate in activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, eating, toileting, and other functional tasks
• Assist residents with improving motor skills, coordination, strength, balance, cognition, and functional abilities
• Incorporate meaningful therapeutic activities that support resident goals and encourage independence
• Monitor resident response to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, and changes to the Occupational Therapist and appropriate members of the care team
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, safety strategies, and recommendations that support continued progress
• Participate in resident care planning, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Maintain treatment records and other required departmental documentation
• Assist with recommending and implementing adaptive equipment and compensatory strategies as directed by the Occupational Therapist
• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive therapy environment
• Participate in continuing education, in-service training, and departmental meetings
• Support quality improvement initiatives and departmental goals
• Maintain resident confidentiality, privacy, and dignity in all interactions
• Follow all safety, infection control, and regulatory standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Our COTAs have the opportunity to work with residents experiencing a variety of rehabilitation needs, including:

• Orthopedic recovery
• Neurological conditions
• Stroke recovery
• Cognitive and memory-related challenges
• Balance and safety concerns
• Functional decline
• ADL retraining needs
• Mobility and coordination challenges
• Strength and endurance deficits
• Long-Term Care maintenance therapy needs
• Quality-of-life and independence-focused goals

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Qualifications

What We're Looking For

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program required
• Current Massachusetts licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required
• Current CPR/BLS certification required
• Long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation experience preferred
• Experience working with geriatric and subacute rehabilitation populations preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow individualized treatment plans and work within the established scope of practice
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Occupational Therapists, residents, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused approach to care
• Passion for helping residents achieve meaningful functional goals
• Ability to meet applicable state and federal regulatory requirements
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit effective communication with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.