Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Full-Time

Company: Independence Rehab
Location: Everett
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Everett Transitional Care Services Bethany at Pacific | Everett, WA $35-$45/hour | Full-Time | Flexible Schedule | Therapist-Owned Company Independence Rehab is hiring a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team at Everett Transitional Care Services and Bethany at Pacific , two programs located in the same building in Everett, WA. Everett Transitional Care Services is the Transitional Care Unit (TCU), while Bethany at Pacific serves as the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) - giving you the opportunity to work across a full continuum of post-acute care without bouncing between multiple locations. Whether you're a new grad looking for strong mentorship or an experienced COTA looking for autonomy and a sustainable caseload , this is a great place to grow and stay long-term. If you're looking for a SNF/TCU role with stability, strong support, and protection from unrealistic facility pressure , this is a great fit. Independence Rehab is a small, therapist-owned company that manages therapy operations independently - meaning we advocate for our clinicians and value strong clinical judgment. What Makes Independence Rehab Different ? Low DOR / management turnover (stable leadership) ? Strong corporate involvement personalized support ? Therapist-owned = real clinical understanding ? Your clinical judgment is respected (autonomy matters here) ? Flexible productivity expectations (realistic and sustainable) ? Flexible working hours - family-oriented and balance-focused ? Protection from facility pressure - we advocate for our therapists ? Highly rated contracted therapy company with strong outcomes and reputation ? We run our own operations separate from the nursing side of the building Training Onboarding We don't believe in the "sink or swim" approach. New clinicians receive: Strong integration and onboarding 1:1 training for documentation and treatment sessions Customized clinical training based on your experience Ongoing mentorship and competency support when needed What You'll Do As the COTA, you'll treat a geriatric population across SNF and Transitional Care, including: ADL training and adaptive strategies Transfer training (all levels) Fall prevention and safety training Treatment of clinically complex patients Collaboration with the OT, nursing, PT, ST, and facility staff Documentation and communication to support care planning Benefits Medical / Dental / Vision 401(k) with employer match Up to 3.5 weeks PTO per year Continuing education reimbursement up to $750/year Flexible scheduling and a team that works with you Requirements Current Washington COTA license in good standing Degree from an accredited OTA program Organized, self-starter who enjoys the geriatric population SNF experience preferred - but not required. New grads are welcome, and we provide structured training and mentorship. If you're caring, motivated, and licensed, we'll support your growth Apply today - we're actively interviewing.

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