Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Must have a COTA License)

Healthcare Rehabilitation Center; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefit (401K)

Job summary

Apploi in Northern Colorado is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house therapy team at a midsize long-term care facility in Larimer County. You will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to support residents’ rehabilitation goals.

This role welcomes therapists at all experience levels and offers a supportive team, with emphasis on documentation accuracy, patient-centered care, and collaboration with nursing staff and families.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant credential required.
• Experience in geriatric rehabilitation a plus.
• Strong communication and documentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and adhere to facility documentation guidelines.
• Record treatments given and progress notes in medical record.
• Assist in maintaining department.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
• Participate in training programs for other staff in the facility.
• Record treatment charges per the facility policy and procedures.
• Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in maintenance program.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Interpersonal communication

Documentation skills

Team player

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Our family owned and operated long term care facilitator is seeking a compassionate and well versed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to add to our inhouse therapy team for our midsize facility situated in Northern Colorado, amongst Larimer County. This building is home to a diverse group of long-term residents, cared for by seasoned staff with low staffing ratios, who are stewarded by a well-equipped clinical team and Administrator with years of experience in the geriatric field.

What Sets Us Apart

$4,000 Sign on Bonus

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Part Time
• PRN

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement benefit (401K)

Responsibilities:

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and adhere to facility documentation guidelines
• Record treatments given and progress notes in medical record
• Assist in maintaining department
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
• Participate in training programs for other staff in the facility
• Record treatment charges per the facility policy and procedures
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program

Experience/Qualifications:

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

This position is open to therapists at all experience levels.

Desired Skills:

• Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process
• Superior interpersonal communication skills
• Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide
• Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice
• Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity
• Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence
• Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department