COTA

Ernest Health, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO/HDHP medical plans

FSAs and HSAs

Dental & Vision

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Earned Time Off

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Central Park Rehabilitation Hospital of Denver in Denver, CO.

This 40-bed inpatient facility delivers interdisciplinary rehab for stroke, neurology, orthopedics and related needs with a patient-centered care model and strong recovery focus. Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, you will provide rehabilitative services, monitor progress, and support documentation and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a COTA required per state guidelines.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR card required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under OT direction, provide rehabilitative services and monitor patient progress.

Skills

COTA licensure

CPR/BLS

Rehabilitation clinical experience

Job description

COTA - Full Time - Denver, Colorado

Central Park Rehabilitation Hospital of Denver (Denver, CO) is a 40-bed, state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation facility located in the Denver metropolitan area. The hospital specializes in comprehensive, interdisciplinary care for patients recovering from stroke, neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, and other complex medical needs requiring intensive therapy. With advanced rehabilitation technology and a patient-centered care model, the facility partners closely with acute care hospitals to support safe transitions and optimal recovery outcomes. The Denver location offers convenient access to high-quality healthcare services in a thriving urban setting known for its active lifestyle and strong healthcare network.

We are seeking a COTA to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current licensure as a COTA required per state guidelines.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR card required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Demonstrates critical thinking skills: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to move quickly from one task to another and to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to use appropriate equipment necessary for the job

Responsibilities

Under the direction of an occupational therapist, provides rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments. Monitors the patient's program and records patient's progress for the occupational therapist. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Posted Total Compensation

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It’s not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $

Minimum Salary

USD $32.25/Hr.

Maximum Salary

USD $38.54/Hr.