Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA

Legacy Healthcare Services

. Assist with rehabilitative services for patients under specific medical orders as part of a coordinated, on-site rehabilitative care team .

Posted 10/21/2026part-timeCary • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $28 - $37 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing rehabilitative services and one-on-one therapy, utilizing innovative technologies and a patient-centered approach. Strong ability to collaborate within a rehabilitation therapy team while maintaining excellent interpersonal and clinical skills.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant LicenseRehabilitative ServicesPatient-Centered CareInterpersonal SkillsComputer Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Therapeutic TreatmentsFunctional TreatmentsHolistic CareRehabilitation TechniquesPatient Assessment

Soft Skills

Excellent Interpersonal SkillsCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Innovative Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate of Applied Science DegreeOccupational Therapy Assistant License

Industry Keywords

Rehabilitation TherapyWellness ProgramsHome-Based Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with rehabilitative services for patients under specific medical orders as part of a coordinated, on-site rehabilitative care team
Provide one-on-one therapy services for residents
Administer functional treatments emphasizing a holistic, patient-centered approach to care
Utilize innovative technologies and therapeutic treatments
Build relationships with patients and collaborate as part of a rehabilitation therapy team
Support care delivered according to patients’ plans of care and expanded wellness and home-based programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate of Applied Science degree in area of discipline
Current occupational therapy assistant license in state of practice, or ability to obtain one prior to starting
Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills
Computer proficiency
Some weekend availability required

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and pet insurance
Paid time off (PTO) with rollover and buyout options at year’s end
Company-paid group life insurance
Flex spending account
Voluntary life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
Licensure reimbursement
Company-provided CEUs and unlimited online CEUs for full-time employees
Career advancement opportunities
Eligible to earn a quarterly GROW bonus when the clinic exceeds its growth goal
Desirable Monday–Friday schedule