Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

 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 a 100% 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 and actually enjoy going 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: Work hand-in-hand with 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 Working With Us (The Perks!): 

Because we are in-house, we invest directly in YOU. 

•  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 to esolang@qrmhealth.com with the subject line: 'In-House COTA - Cherry Brook'.