Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Inpatient Therapy/Hospital) Full-time

Family Health West Employment Opportunities; Fruita (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Family Health West in Fruita, CO is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for inpatient therapy. You will join a hospital-based rehabilitation team delivering quality care under the OT plan with opportunities for growth and collaboration.

This full-time role requires Colorado licensure as a COTA (or eligibility), current BLS, and compliance with immunizations. New grads are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in COTA program.
• Licenses: Current Colorado license in good standing.
• Certifications: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant per AOTA; current BLS within 30 days of hire.
• Experience: No experience required; new grads encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services as planned, delegated and directed by Occupational Therapist.
• Document services provided.
• Report the condition of the patient/resident/client to the care team(s).
• Display critical thinking to assess and provide care to individual patient needs.
• Assist with orientation and in-service training for department staff; participate in training and educational programs.
• Train personnel via on-the-job training for nursing and other hospital staff.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reliable attendance

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in COTA program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Inpatient Therapy/Hospital) Full-time

Job Category: Physical Therapy

Requisition Number: CERTI002997

• Posted : August 28, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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FHW Adult Rehabilitation
Fruita, CO 81521, USA

Description

You belong here! At Family Health West, you’re more than an employee, you’re family.

When you enter our facility, you know it’s Family Health West because, well, the color speaks for itself. You’ll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals.

When we say you’ll do what you love, we mean it! Welcomed by open arms and warm smiles, you’ll join a team that encourages professional growth. We are sure to put on our listening ears when you share new ideas and approaches to care because that’s what got us to the top! You’ll wear your badge proudly, knowing that you contribute each day, to providing care that is unmatched, in western Colorado.

About Family Health West

Our roots go deep -- founded by the community in 1946, it’s no wonder our hospital feels like coming home. We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future.

At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, we’ve created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.

Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door. The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.

POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for the delivery of quality care to the patient/resident/client as directed by the Occupational Therapist(s) treatment plan.

EDUCATION (must be required for position), LICENSE, CERTIFICATION and EXPERIENCE:
1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required, Associates degree associated with COTA program
2. Licenses: Must have a current State of Colorado license in good standing.
3. Certifications: Must be Certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Current BLS Certification, or receive within 30 days of hire
4. Experience: No experience required, new grads encouraged to apply.

REQUIRED SCREENINGS:

• Drug Screen
• Physical Assessment
• Tuberculosis screen
• Background check (Criminal, Civil, Educational, Previous Employment, etc.)
• Driver Record screen (positions requiring on-the-job driving)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reliable and punctual attendance is essential; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.
• Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate.
• Deliver occupational therapy services as planned, delegated and directed by Occupational Therapist.
• Document services provided.
• Report the condition of the patient/resident/client to the care team(s).
• Display critical thinking skills to assess and provide care to individual patient care needs.
• Provide care to assure compliance with insurance carries that is medically justified and skilled.
• Comply with ethical standards of practice and follows the Colorado State Practice act.
• Assist with orientation and in-service training for department staff members. Participate in training and educational programs.
• Train personnel, utilizing on-the-job training for nursing and other hospital staff, as well as departmental staff.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Willingness to work weekends for inpatient hospital care as assigned.
• Willingness to fill in at all rehabilitation department facilities when staffing patterns require.
• Maintains patient/resident/employee privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

Wage starts at $25.42 and goes up with experience

Immunizations required for employment

FHW offers a full benefits package including:

• FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule
• FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK
• Medical Plan Options:
• PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible
• High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account.
• Telemedicine includes in both plan options.
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.
• Critical Illness and Accident Plans
• Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings
• A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection, etc.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Associates or better.

Experience

Required

Be licensed or in process of becoming licensed as an Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in the State of Colorado.Skilled Nursing Facility experience preferred.The exceptional new grad or seasoned veteran with the skills outlined above is encouraged to apply.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

License - COTA

CPR

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