Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

ClearSky Health; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Company Match

No Productivity Mandates

Career Advancement

Health & Wellness Programs

Job summary

ClearSky Health is actively seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a PRN role at our Rio Rancho, NM facility. You will work under an Occupational Therapist to deliver rehabilitative care, help patients regain independence, and support daily living activities with a patient-centered approach.

Applicants must hold state licensure as a COTA and BLS/CPR certification; 1 year of direct rehab hospital experience is preferred, but new grads are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Current State Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is required.
• BLS/CPR Certification required.
• 1 year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation hospital preferred; new grads encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rehabilitative care under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.
• Assist with patient assessments, treatment planning, and goal achievement.
• Provide therapy services, monitor progress, and document outcomes.
• Collaborate with patients and care teams to deliver age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care.
• Maintain a safe, organized therapy environment and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Patient care

Education

State licensure as COTA

BLS/CPR Certification

Job description

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity Location: Rio Rancho, NM

About the Opportunity - Why join us?

Come join us as you take the next step in your career with a team that values your expertise and supports your continued growth! As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, professional development, and delivering high-quality patient care that helps individuals regain independence, improve daily living skills, and enhance overall quality of life following injury or illness

This role is PRN and will work day shifts as needed.

Compensation & Benefits - Everything You Need to Thrive

• Competitive Compensation - PRN rate of $ 40/hr
• 401(k) + Company Match - Retirement Savings from Day One
• No Productivity Mandates - Quality over Quotas
• Career Advancement - Continued Growth & Mentorship Paths
• Health & Wellness - Physical & Mental Well-Being Programs

Physical requirements - What you need to know

A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time. Both gross and precise motor functions. Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs. Possible exposure to bodily fluids. Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care. Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.

The Role - What You’ll Do

Our team-focused Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) deliver rehabilitative care under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, supporting patient progress, independence, and high-quality, patient-centered outcomes. Assist with patient assessments, treatment planning, and goal achievement. Provide therapy services, monitor progress, and document outcomes. Collaborate with patients and care teams to deliver age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care. Maintain a safe, organized therapy environment and follow safety protocols.

Qualifications - What We're Looking For

• Current State Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required
• BLS/CPR Certification required
• While 1 year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation hospital is preferred; new grads are encouraged to apply.

ClearSky Health and our affiliated Hospitals provide high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. We value our employees’ skills, talents, and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are:

• Valued
• Treated with dignity
• Respected
• Provided educational and training opportunities
• Recognized
• Rewarded

ClearSky Health has plans to open a medical rehabilitation hospital at the location listed below.

Eau Claire, WI