Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)-Therapy Team Lead
Theracare · La Porte
Company Description
Join Theracare, an employee-owned rehabilitation company where your experience, leadership, and commitment to patient care make a difference!
Since 1996, Theracare has been a trusted provider of physical, occupational, and speech therapy services throughout Indiana. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional rehabilitation services while fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment where our therapists can thrive.
As an employee-owned company, we believe in empowering our team members, recognizing their contributions, and providing opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Why Join Theracare?
At Theracare, we recognize that exceptional therapy services begin with exceptional people. We offer:
Employee Ownership (ESOP) – Share in the success of the company you help build.
Competitive Compensation
Full-Time Position – 40 hours per week with scheduling flexibility.
Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) Retirement Plan
Leadership Opportunity – Take an active role in the daily success of a busy rehabilitation department.
Supportive Regional Management – Direct access to experienced regional leadership for guidance and operational support.
Collaborative Team Environment – Work alongside dedicated rehabilitation professionals who share your commitment to quality care.
Job Description
Are you an experienced COTA who enjoys a fast-paced rehabilitation environment and is ready to take on a leadership role?
Theracare is seeking a motivated, organized, and experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to serve as the Therapy Team Lead at a busy, well-established skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility with a strong outpatient therapy program.
This is an excellent opportunity for a COTA who enjoys hands-on patient care while also taking an active role in coordinating daily therapy operations, supporting a collaborative rehabilitation team, and building strong relationships with facility leadership.
Our ideal candidate is a confident communicator, a proactive problem-solver, and a team player who takes pride in delivering excellent patient care and helping the entire therapy department succeed.
Clinical Care & Patient Outcomes
Provide high-quality, individualized occupational therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Treat a diverse caseload of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and outpatient patients.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to maximize patient outcomes, functional independence, and successful transitions of care.
Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation consistent with professional standards and regulatory requirements.
Therapy Team Leadership & Coordination
Serve as the primary day-to-day liaison between the therapy department, facility leadership, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary care team.
Coordinate daily therapy operations and assist with patient and therapist scheduling to support timely, efficient delivery of services.
Work closely with therapy staff and MDS personnel to coordinate treatment schedules, patient needs, and care planning.
Represent the therapy department at facility meetings, care conferences, and interdisciplinary discussions.
Promote positive communication, teamwork, accountability, and a patient-centered culture.
Identify operational challenges and collaborate with Theracare's regional leadership team to implement effective solutions.
Help maintain strong relationships with facility staff, patients, families, and referral sources.
Support the continued success and growth of the facility's established outpatient rehabilitation program.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Current Indiana COTA license or eligibility for Indiana licensure.
Previous experience in a skilled nursing or post-acute rehabilitation setting required; 3 or more years preferred.
Experience with outpatient rehabilitation services is a plus.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a busy rehabilitation environment.
Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to foster positive working relationships.
Familiarity with Medicare reimbursement, skilled nursing documentation, and interdisciplinary care coordination preferred.
Previous therapy coordination or leadership experience preferred, but not required for candidates who demonstrate strong leadership potential.
Additional Information
Take the Next Step in Your Career
If you are an experienced COTA looking for more than a traditional treatment position, this may be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Join Theracare and combine your passion for patient care with the opportunity to lead, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact on a thriving rehabilitation program.
Apply today to become part of our employee-owned team!