COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

ClearSky Health; Kansas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Match

Student Loan Repayment

Career Growth

CEU 360

Job summary

ClearSky Health is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a team delivering rehabilitative care under an Occupational Therapist. You will assist with assessments, treatment planning, and goal attainment, providing therapy services while monitoring progress and documenting outcomes.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with care teams, and maintaining a safe therapy environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• Current State Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required
• BLS/CPR Certification required
• New grads encouraged to apply; 1 year rehab hospital experience preferred

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 ensure age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care
• Maintain a safe, organized therapy environment and follow safety protocols

Skills

COTA professional

Team collaboration

Assessment & planning

Education

ACCEPTED Accredited OTA Program

Tools

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.

Location: Elwood, KS/St. Joseph, MO

About the Opportunity - Why join our team?

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 full-time role is scheduled for 40 hours per week (days).

Compensation & Benefits - Everything You Need to Thrive

• Competitive Compensation - Hourly rate starting at $31.00/hr
• Full Benefits - Medical, Dental & Vision from Day One
• Career Advancement - Continued Growth & Mentorship Paths
• CEU 360 Membership - Continuous Learning, Covered
• 401(k) + Company Match - Retirement Savings from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment - Plus Tuition Reimbursement
• No Productivity Mandates - Quality over Quotas
• Health & Wellness - Physical & Mental Well-Being Programs

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

• Completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• 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

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

Authentic. Inspiring. Transformative. 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

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