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COTA - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Hornell SNF

401(k)

United States, New York, Hornell

Jun 25, 2026

COTA - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Requisition ID

2026-36062

# of Openings

Area of Interest

Therapy

Company

Elderwood

Location

Elderwood at Hornell

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Salary

Up to $39.00/ Hour

Salary

Up to $39.00/ Hour

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Hornell / Corning / Bath, NY

Elderwood at Hornell - Hornell, NY

Full Time - State certification required

Now Hiring: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Elderwood at Hornell is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team in Hornell, NY. This is a great opportunity for a COTA looking to grow in a supportive, team-driven environment focused on high-quality patient care.

Why Therapists Choose Elderwood

Flexible Scheduling

Full-Time opportunity

Consistent daytime schedule
Work-life balance supported

Collaborative Therapy Team

Work alongside Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Strong interdisciplinary approach with Nursing and Social Services
Supportive Director of Rehabilitation

Diverse Clinical Caseload; Treat residents recovering from:

Stroke
Orthopedic surgery
Joint replacements
Neurological conditions
General medical decline
Long-term care needs

Every day offers variety and meaningful clinical experiences.

Why Work at Elderwood at Hornell?

Full-time benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) with employer match
Generous PTO + holiday package
Ongoing training, mentorship, and career advancement
Stable hours in a skilled nursing facility / rehab setting
Opportunity to grow your clinical skills in a dynamic setting
Leadership that is invested in your success and development

If you are looking for a therapy environment where relationships, teamwork, and quality care truly matter - apply today.

Elderwood at Hornell is located at 1 Bethesda Dr, Hornell, NY 14843

Responsibilities

COTA - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will:

Provide occupational therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, and rehabilitation goals
Conduct individual and group therapy sessions
Accurately document patient progress and treatment outcomes in the EMR system
Collaborate with therapy, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams
Help patients improve independence, strength, and overall quality of life

Qualifications

COTA - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant:

Current New York State COTA license required
Experience in skilled nursing, rehab, or long-term care preferred
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Passion for working with geriatric / elderly populations
Demonstrated willingness to uphold the vision and mission of the company by following the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Passion for Excellence and Reverence for the Individual.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.