Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – In-House Rehab Team!
Location:Canton, CT
Position:Full-Time (FT)
Setting:In-House Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Say Goodbye to Contract Company Burnout!
Are you a passionate COTA who loves working with the geriatric population but is tired of unrealistic productivity metrics and endless corporate red tape?
At[Facility Name], we do things differently. We are proud to operate a100% in-house therapy department. That means you work directly for our facility, collaborating closely with a dedicated interdisciplinary team that prioritizes true client success over corporate quotas. Come build meaningful relationships with your patients andactually enjoygoing to work!
What You’ll Be Doing:
As our full-time COTA, you will be hands-on in helping our residents regain their independence and confidently transition back to their daily lives.
- Treat & Empower:Carry out highly individualized care plans established by the evaluating OT, focusing on restoring function in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs).
- Innovate:Utilize evidence-based practices for cognitive rehabilitation, vision therapy, and adaptive equipment training to maximize patient autonomy.
- Collaborate:Workhand-in-handwith our OTs, PTAs, SLPs, and nursing staff to ensure a seamless, patient-centered approach to rehab.
- Educate:Empower patients, families, and facility staff with strategies to support long-term recovery and safe transitions.
- Document:Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with state, federal, and facility guidelines.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Education:Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Licensure:Active (or pending) state OTA license in CT.
- Certification:NBCOT certification is required.
- Experience:Previous experience in a SNF or adult rehab setting is a plus, but a collaborative mindset and passion for patient care are what matter most.
- Skills:Strong clinical execution, empathy, adaptability, and excellent communication skills.
Why You’ll Love WorkingWithUs (The Perks!):
Because we are in-house, we invest directly inYOU.
- Competitive Salary:Commensurate with your experience.
- ??Realistic Expectations:Ethical, manageable productivity standards.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- ?Generous PTO:Paid time off and paid holidays to support your work-life balance.
- Culture:A supportive, family-like environment where your clinical insights as an assistant are truly valued.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are ready to practice therapy the way it was meant to be practiced, we want to meet you!
Sendyour resume directly towith the subject line:'In-House COTA - Cherry Brook'.
