Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Highland Care Center; Holladay (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CEU opportunities

Daily Pay Available

Job summary

Highland Care Center seeks a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join a 5‑Star rated facility and collaborative care team. You will work closely with Occupational Therapists to design and implement patient-centered plans that restore independence and improve daily function.

You’ll guide patients through meaningful activities, document progress, and participate in interdisciplinary planning.

Qualifications

• Must have NBCOT COTA certification and license in good standing.
• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, functional activities, and activities of daily living.
• Help patients improve strength, coordination, mobility, independence, and safety.
• Provide education and training to patients and caregivers.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the Occupational Therapist and interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.

Skills

COTA certification

Strong communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

NBCOT COTA certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Join Highland Care Center’s 5-Star Team!

Are you a passionate COTA looking for a workplace where your skills are valued, your ideas are heard, and the work you do makes a real difference?

Come join Highland Care Center a 5-Star Rated Facility!

At Highland, we believe exceptional patient outcomes start with an exceptional team. Our therapy professionals work together to help residents and patients regain independence, improve function, and achieve meaningful goals.

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you’ll have the opportunity to build relationships with your patients, see their progress firsthand, and be part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team that truly cares about the people we serve.

Why Highland Care Center?

• Work for a 5-Star Rated Facility

• Supportive and collaborative therapy team

• Patient-centered approach to rehabilitation

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Continuing education and Free CEU opportunities

• Daily Pay Available

• Work alongside a team committed to quality outcomes

• Build meaningful relationships with residents and patients

• Be part of a facility that takes pride in the care we provide

About the Role

As a COTA at Highland Care Center, you’ll work closely with Occupational Therapists and the interdisciplinary care team to provide individualized treatment designed to help patients achieve greater independence and quality of life.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with patients on meaningful, functional activities—not just exercises. From helping someone regain independence with activities of daily living to improving coordination, strength, safety, and confidence, your work can have a lasting impact on a patient’s life.

What You’ll Do

• Implement individualized treatment plans under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.

• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, functional activities, and activities of daily living.

• Help patients improve strength, coordination, mobility, independence, and safety.

• Provide education and training to patients and caregivers.

• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the Occupational Therapist and interdisciplinary team.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

• Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary care planning.

• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.

• Create a positive, encouraging environment that motivates patients to reach their goals.

• Maintain compliance with facility, state, and federal requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Current COTA certification through NBCOT and license in good standing.

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

• Geriatric, rehabilitation, or skilled nursing experience is a plus—but we’re excited to meet motivated COTAs who want to grow with us!

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

At Highland Care Center, you’re not just filling a position—you’re becoming part of a team that helps people regain independence, reach their goals, and live their best lives.

If you’re looking for a COTA position where you can grow professionally, develop meaningful relationships with your patients, and work with a team that takes pride in delivering excellent care, we want to meet you!