COTA — Geriatric Rehab & Patient Care Specialist

Life Care Centers of America; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Briarwood Health Care Center in Denver, Colorado is seeking a COTA to provide direct occupational therapy rehab under the supervision of a licensed OT. You will evaluate patient needs and implement treatment plans to support recovery and independence.

Ideal candidates will be NBCOT certified, hold an active OT license, and bring a compassionate, team-oriented approach. New grads welcome; CPR may be needed at hire or orientation, with ongoing certification required.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required at hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaises with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs.
• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Body mechanics

Decision making

Education

NBCOT certification

ASOT OT program graduate

Active OT license

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email client

Therapy software

Job description

Briarwood Health Care Center in Denver, Colorado is seeking a COTA to provide direct occupational therapy rehab under the supervision of a licensed OT. You will evaluate patient needs and implement treatment plans to support recovery and independence.

Ideal candidates will be NBCOT certified, hold an active OT license, and bring a compassionate, team-oriented approach. New grads welcome; CPR may be needed at hire or orientation, with ongoing certification required.