COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Occupational therapy assistants employed in Alabama earn a median of $29.93 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
Bridgeway Health and Rehab is seeking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Therapy Team. As a COTA you will be responsible to plan, organize, develop, and direct Occupational Therapy Services in facility in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be directed by Administrator, to ensure that highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times.
Status: Full-Time or Per Diem/PRN
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular screening of residents to figure out the best intervention or treatment for each individual patient based off scope of practice
- Perform treatment plan to residents; follow short and long term goals and methods to achieve goals based off of the established plan of care by supervising therapist
- Interpret and communicate evaluation findings, treatment plans, and recommendations to residents, families/caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
- Establish individual resident therapy schedules in cooperation with other team members
- Conduct therapy according to established treatment plan and ensure proper documentation and billing of occupational therapy services
- Perform all other duties as assigned and as required to effectively treat patients
- Comply with all CMS documentation standards of practice daily with point of care documentations as indicated
Education & Qualifications
- Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy
- AL OTA licensure
- Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification
Become part of a compassionate, high-performing team that celebrates your dedication and invests in your growth. We proudly support, recognize, and reward our caring professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for those entrusted to our care.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Scheduling
- Early wage access through Tapcheck
- Annual Performance Reviews
- Employee Appreciation Programs & Rewards
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- PTO & Holiday Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Career Growth & Development
- Low Staff-to-Patient Ratios
- Employee Referral Program
- Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Life & Disability Insurance
- …and so much more!
Bridgeway Health and Rehab is committed to providing the best for our employees, benefits may vary based on the status of the employee. Pay is based on the years of experience. Please see facility for more details.
We’re an equal opportunity employer (EOE). 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 Bridgeway Health and Rehabilitation Center's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Bridgeway Health and Rehabilitation Center
Bridgeway Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 86 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Bridgeway Health and Rehabilitation Center)-bed nursing home in Phenix City, AL, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Bridgeway Health and Rehabilitation Center
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