Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house rehab programs

CEU reimbursement

Licensure fees reimbursement

Job summary

Canon Lodge Care Center, part of Life Care Centers of America, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation services team at a 60-bed skilled nursing facility in Canon City, Colorado. This PRN, hourly position reports under supervision of an OT and supports patient care under established treatment plans.

We offer in-house rehab programs, CEU and licensure fee reimbursement, and a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification on hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Active state license required; maintain good standing during employment.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation; must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments to plan patient needs.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Knowledgeable of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
• Implement and interpret department programs, goals, and procedures.
• Maintain patient rights, safety, and sanitation; confidentiality.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Education

NBCOT Certification

ASOT OT Program

Active State License

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 42 Pay Rate Minimum: 30 Shift: Days

Canon Lodge Care Center is part of Life Care Centers of America, the largest, privately-owned nursing home company in the United States. We are looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist Assistant to be a part of the rehabilitation services team for our 60-bed skilled nursing home in Canon City, Colorado. Canon Lodge Care Center is proud to have achieved the following accolades:

• "800 Club" membership in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com.
• 5-Star CMS Rating for Quality Measures
• 4.6 Google star rating out of 81 Google reviews

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $30 to $40
• PRN: $32 - $42

We offer:

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed Continuing Education Units (CEU) of choice
• Reimbursed Licensure Fees

Position Summary

The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
• Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language