Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Salida (CO); Presencial; USD 41.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Columbine Manor Care Center in Salida, Colorado is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a full-time, hourly position. The role provides direct rehab services under the supervision of a licensed OT and includes in-house rehab programs and a supportive team in a small-town setting near the Arkansas River.

Required NBCOT certification at hire, ASOT degree, current state licensure, CPR certification, and 1 year of experience preferred (new grads welcome).

Formación

• NBCOT certification required at hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT).
• Currently registered/licensed in the applicable state; active license in good standing.

Responsabilidades

• Follow occupational treatment plans under the supervising OT.
• Chart patient progress timely and accurately.
• Utilize therapy software to document sessions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Life Care policies.

Conocimientos

CPR certification

Educación

NBCOT Certification

OT Program Graduate (ASOT)

Active State License

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Descripción del empleo

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Columbine Manor Care Center

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 40 Pay Rate Minimum: 30 Shift: Day

Columbine Manor Care Center:

Located in Salida, Colorado, Columbine Manor Care Center offers a small-town atmosphere with plentiful tourism opportunities along the Arkansas River, making our nursing home an ideal choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. We are proud to have achieved the following accolades:

• US News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for High-Performing Short-Term Rehab for 2026
• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• Recognized as an 800 Club member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com

We offer:

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

Compensation Range

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

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