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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

LaBorde Occupational and Physical Therapy Center
Lafayette, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/23/2027

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Opportunity

INCLUDES MENTORSHIP FROM CERTIFIED HAND THERAPISTS


Grow Your Career. Learn a Specialty. Be Mentored by Experts.

At LTC, you will not just be seeing patients. We are going to teach you a specialty. This is an excellent opportunity for a COTA who is interested in growing beyond general therapy skills and developing advanced clinical knowledge through extensive one-on-one mentorship from experienced occupational and hand therapists.

We are looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant who has a heart for helping others and would thrive in a supportive Outpatient Orthopedic and Hand Therapy setting.


Experience is preferred, but we love new graduates. We will train the right person. All applications are completely confidential.


What Makes This Opportunity Different

Our practice is 43 years strong and 100% occupational therapist owned. Our clinics are high-tech, spacious, and known for excellent results, professionalism, hospitality, and compassion.

We are deeply committed to learning and growing as therapists. Our team includes certified therapists in:

  • Hand Therapy
  • Ergonomics
  • Lymphedema
  • Vestibular Disorders
  • Golf, Tennis, and Running Programs
  • Women’s Programs
  • McKenzie
  • Schroth Scoliosis Therapy
  • Musculoskeletal Ultrasound


At LTC, mentorship is not just something we talk about. It is part of how we practice.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to learn advanced skills in:

  • Upper-extremity rehabilitation
  • Postoperative care
  • Fractures
  • Tendon injuries
  • Nerve injuries
  • Arthritis management
  • Edema and scar management
  • Therapeutic exercise
  • Progressive functional rehabilitation
  • Patient education and hands-on treatment techniques


If you are interested in hand therapy, orthopedics, and becoming more confident in specialty care, this position is designed to help you grow.


You Are the Right Person If You...


  • Enjoy working with a variety of patients
  • Have strong skills or interest in orthopedic patients
  • Are interested in learning more about hand therapy
  • Want mentorship, training, and professional development
  • Are excited about enhancing your skills and building your clinical confidence
  • Want to be part of growing your career and our practice
  • Are looking for a challenging position with a growing company
  • Have a great attitude, strong work ethic, and team mindset
  • Enjoy a hospitable, patient-oriented, high-energy environment
  • Value hands-on techniques, patient education, organization, and effective care


Why Begin Your Career With LTC?

Because we are big enough to support and enhance your strengths, but small enough for you to start at the top.

At LTC, you will find:

  • A family-like, close team environment
  • One-on-one mentorship from experienced therapists
  • Opportunities to develop specialty skills
  • A practice dedicated to learning and professional growth
  • A strong reputation built over 43 years
  • A supportive, therapist-owned environment
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact with patients


Compensation and Benefits

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package.

Relocation and sign-on bonuses are available for the right candidates. We also provide financial rewards based on work performance and patient care.

Full-time, part-time, and part-time contract positions available.

Join a Team That Will Invest in You


If you are a COTA who wants more than just a job, and you are excited about mentorship, hands-on learning, orthopedics, and hand therapy, we would love to meet you.


You bring the heart for helping people. We will help you build the specialty skills.


Company Mission:

The Mission of LaBorde Therapy Center is to assist patients in their overall health and wellbeing through Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Christian Spiritual counseling.

Send Resumes to: Thomas@LaBordeTherapy.com

Call Thomas LaBorde for questions 337-739-0333 or 337-981-4053

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