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⭐️Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Full-Time⭐️

Symbria·Wheeling, Illinois

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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Assist in developing and implementing personalized treatment plans under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Help patients regain mobility, strength, and confidence while maintaining accurate documentation and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Overview 🌟 Join Our Team as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)! 🌟 Symbria Rehab – Employee-Owned & Driven by Passion! 💼 Full-Time Opportunity at Addolorata Villa in Wheeling, IL and Asbury Court in Des Plaines, IL 👥 Be Part of a 100% Employee-Owned Company! 🎓 New grads are encouraged to apply! We provide mentorship, training, and hands-on experience to help you grow in your career. 🔹 Why You’ll Love This Role 🔹 As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) at Symbria, you’ll work side by side with our Occupational Therapists to create personalized treatment plans that empower patients to regain independence and improve their daily lives. Your dedication will make a real difference in the community while growing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. ✈️ Interested in travel opportunities?👉 Click link below to learn more details Symbria Travel Team Flyer 🎓 New grads are encouraged to apply! We provide mentorship, training, and hands-on experience to help you grow in your career. 👉 Click link below to learn more details Symbria Emerging Professionals Mentorship Program Flyer 📅 If you’d like to learn more about the role or have questions, feel free to schedule a quick call with me here: Book time with Jessica Tyler

Responsibilities

✨ What You’ll Do ✨ ✅ Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist✅ Help patients regain mobility, strength, and confidence in everyday tasks✅ Maintain productivity standards and ensure accurate documentation✅ Be an integral part of a compassionate interdisciplinary team✅ Build meaningful connections with residents and their families

Qualifications

📌 What You Bring 📌 🎓 Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program📜 Hold a valid or pending state license (New grads welcome!)💡 Experience in acute care, long-term care, or rehab is great—but not required! 💎 Why Choose Symbria? 💎 At Symbria, you’re not just an employee—you’re an OWNER! 🎉 As a 100% employee-owned healthcare provider, we prioritize people over profits, creating an environment where your success is our success! ✅ Competitive Pay aligned with market guidelines✅ Full Benefits Package, including generous paid time off ✈️✅ 100% Employer-Funded ESOP Retirement Plan✅ 401(k) & Roth(k) Plans for your future security✅ Professional Liability Coverage & Continuing Education 📚✅ Credit Union Membership for financial perks 💰 🚀 Ready to Take the Next Step? 🚀 Symbria’s Talent Team manages applications directly—no outside agencies involved. If you’re excited about this opportunity, apply today, and let’s connect! 📍Apply Now & Join the Symbria Family! Symbria’s Talent Team handles candidate communication directly rather than utilizing outside agencies; if interested in this role, direct application to the job posting and contact with a Symbria talent team member is recommended. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service. #LI-ONSITE

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program and hold a valid or pending state license. Experience in acute or long-term care is preferred but not required, and new graduates are encouraged to apply.

  • professional certificate
  • Documentation
  • Rehabilitation
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient care
  • Clinical assessment
  • Patient education
  • Mobility assistance
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Acute care
  • Long-term care
  • Occupational therapy

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan
  • Competitive pay
  • Continuing education
  • Professional liability coverage
  • Employee stock ownership plan
  • Credit union membership
  • Roth(k) plan

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Wheeling, Illinois
Posted
Apr 22, 2026
Closes
Apr 22, 2027
Application
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Hiring organization

Symbria

Symbria® provides Pharmacy, Rehab and Well-Being services to post-acute and senior living communities. Our skilled staff partner with communities to provide services that enable them to perform at their best and improve the lives of those they serve. Symbria is an ESOP - an...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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