COTA- Point Defiance - Part- Time - Tacoma, WA
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This posting states $36–$41 an hour. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in Washington post a median of $38.50 an hour, the middle half $36.99–$41.50, across 37 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapy assistants employed in Washington earn a median of $37.30 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 (COTA) - Part-Time
Solstice at Point Defiance | Tacoma, WA
Approximately 20 Hours per Week | Flexible Scheduling | Therapist-Owned Company
Independence Rehab
Independence Rehab is seeking a Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our outpatient therapy team at Solstice at Point Defiance , a well-regarded assisted living facility in Tacoma, Washington.
At Independence Rehab, we're committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered therapy that helps individuals maintain their independence, improve function, and enjoy a better quality of life.
We're a therapist-owned, people-first organization guided by our core values: Lead with integrity. Empower people. Deliver outcomes.
About the Position
You'll provide outpatient occupational therapy services to residents of Solstice at Point Defiance, working closely with the supervising Occupational Therapist and other healthcare professionals.
This part-time position offers approximately 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling to accommodate patient needs and support work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized occupational therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed OT.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, transfers, and adaptive techniques.
- Support residents in improving strength, coordination, safety, and independence.
- Document treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and promptly.
- Collaborate with the therapy team to achieve meaningful patient outcomes.
What We Offer
Approximately 20 hours per week with flexible scheduling
85-90% productivity expectation
- Continuing education support for approved courses, subject to eligibility
- Supportive, collaborative therapy team
- Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
- A therapist-owned organization that values its clinicians
Qualifications
- Current Washington State Occupational Therapy Assistant license in good standing
- Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Strong communication, organization, and patient-care skills
- Interest in working with older adults in an assisted living environment
- Previous geriatric, outpatient, or assisted living experience preferred, but newer clinicians are encouraged to apply
Join Independence Rehab and help residents of Solstice at Point Defiance maintain their independence and quality of life!
From Independence Rehab's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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