Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

What Sets Us Apart • Individualized Mentorship: One-on-one guidance and support to help you build confidence, strengthen your clinical skills, and continue developing as a clinician.

• Team Collaboration: Work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Chiropractors, Acupuncturists, and other members of our multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient care.

• In-House CEU Opportunities: Participate in ongoing educational sessions, clinical workshops, and professional development opportunities.

• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge, develop specialized skills, and grow within a rapidly expanding organization.

• Great Place to Work Certified: SportsMed Physical Therapy is Great Place to Work Certified again in 2026!

What You'll Do • Provide occupational therapy treatments under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Implement individualized treatment programs designed to improve patients' functional abilities and independence.

• Help patients improve their ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), including dressing, bathing, grooming, and other everyday tasks.

• Incorporate therapeutic exercises and activities to address limitations in strength, mobility, coordination, balance, and endurance.

• Assist patients recovering from orthopedic injuries, surgeries, neurological conditions, and other functional limitations.

• Provide therapeutic interventions focused on improving upper-extremity function, including hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder rehabilitation, as appropriate.

• Monitor patient performance and progress throughout treatment and communicate observations to the supervising Occupational Therapist.

• Educate patients on prescribed exercises, home programs, and strategies to support their continued progress.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments and patient progress.

• Communicate effectively with patients, supervising Occupational Therapists, referring providers, and other members of the SportsMed team.

What We're Looking For • New Jersey Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) License.

• New graduates and experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants are welcome to apply.

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

• Strong interest in functional rehabilitation and helping patients regain independence in their daily activities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients.

• Strong clinical observation and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to motivate patients and encourage participation throughout the rehabilitation process.

• Ability to work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists and other members of a multidisciplinary team.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Computer literacy and ability to complete electronic documentation.

• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to continued professional development.

What We Offer • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

• Life and Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with Match

• Paid Vacation Time

• Paid Sick Days

• Paid Holidays

• $1,000 CEU Reimbursement per year

• Excellent Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

• Rain Program for Paycheck Advances

• Pay Range: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour