Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center at Northridge in Westminster, CO is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our rehabilitation team. Working under the supervision of an OT, you will provide high-quality services to residents to improve independence and mobility in a skilled nursing setting.

You will collaborate with nurses and physicians, document outcomes in EMR, and educate residents and families on home exercise programs. Day shift, compassionate care, and safety are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Valid COTA certification from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure in good standing.
• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to physically assist residents with mobility and transfers.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Assist residents with exercises, adaptive equipment training, and cognitive interventions.
• Monitor resident progress and provide detailed documentation of treatment sessions and outcomes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, therapists, and physicians, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all residents during therapy sessions.
• Educate residents and their families on home exercise programs and the use of assistive devices.

Skills

COTA certification

State licensure

Communication skills

EMR documentation

Mobility assistance

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: WESTMINSTER, CO 80234Salary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayThe Center at Northridge is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. The successful candidate will work under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality therapeutic services to our residents, focusing on improving their independence, mobility, and quality of life within a skilled nursing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Assist residents with exercises, adaptive equipment training, and cognitive interventions.
• Monitor resident progress and provide detailed documentation of treatment sessions and outcomes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, therapists, and physicians, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all residents during therapy sessions.
• Educate residents and their families on home exercise programs and the use of assistive devices.

Qualifications

• Valid COTA certification from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure in good standing.
• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to physically assist residents with mobility and transfers.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.