Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in Michigan post a median of $34.75 an hour, the middle half $32.41–$36.10, across 4 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapy assistants employed in Michigan earn a median of $30.41 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Adira Nursing and Rehab is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dynamic team. The right candidate will enjoying working with the elderly in the restoration and enhancement of independent function to maximizes independence and work towards return to home or most appropriate level of care achievable.
Our Gym is HUGE, the rooms are all private and the team has so much fun together. We are in house so there is no outside pressure, we understand the business of therapy and hold ourself to standards for the patients and business. Love SNF treatment but hate the contract world, call us. You won't look back
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Provides treatment which meets needs and uses current treatment knowledge in accordance with the Facility clinical procedures.
- Treats patients under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, communicates with families, physicians and other interdisciplinary team members, and documents services in the medical record.
- Provides accurate, complete, and clear documentation.
- Consistently demonstrate the Facility’s interdisciplinary approach to resident/patient care.
- Other duties as assigned.
Our candidates will possess the ability to effectively communicate with patients and other staff.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Educational requirements:
- Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license for the State of Michigan
FULL BENEFIT PACKAGE FOR 30+ HR. EMPLOYEES
Adira Nursing and Rehab, a Preferred Care Michigan company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
From Adira Nursing and Rehab's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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