Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Title

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Skilled/LTC

Location

Woburn, MA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite | Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care Setting

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing individualized therapy plans designed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, activities, and treatments.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate feedback to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic activities, techniques, and care instructions.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure coordinated care and optimal patient outcomes.
• Document patient progress and treatment interventions, modifying plans as necessary under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license in the state of Massachusetts.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting.
• New graduates with prior SNF experience are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a supportive skilled nursing and long-term care environment with a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
• Contract position offering flexibility and valuable clinical experience in a specialized care setting.