COTA: Innovative Orthopedic Rehab with Mentorship & CE

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks PTO

Paid holidays

Birthday personal day

Health insurance premium reimbursement

Continuing education allowance

Clinical mentorship

Job summary

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Aurora, CO is seeking a part-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to deliver skilled OT under the supervision of a licensed OT. You will support orthopedic, neurological, geriatric, and functional rehab caseloads, with pelvic health development as an optional growth area.

The role emphasizes patient independence, safety, and quality of life within a collaborative team, using advanced tools and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and active, unrestricted Colorado OTA license.
• NBCOT COTA certification preferred; current BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain promptly.
• Effective clinical communication, sound judgment within OTA scope, and reliable, timely documentation.
• Ability to perform essential clinical duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Implement OT-established plans of care; provide skilled therapeutic activities, exercises, neuromuscular and functional interventions within scope and demonstrated competency.
• Address ADLs/IADLs, upper-extremity function, coordination, endurance, adaptive techniques, fall prevention, and functional mobility as appropriate.
• Support patients with orthopedic conditions, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, chronic pain, and age-related functional limitations.
• Reinforce prescribed home programs and educate patients and caregivers on safe strategies for daily function.
• Observe and document patient response, communicate changes promptly, and refer reassessment or plan modifications to the supervising OT.
• Complete accurate treatment notes in Prompt EMR; comply with HIPAA, clinic procedures, applicable payer rules, and professional standards.
• Coordinate with PTs, the OT, and patient care representatives to support access, continuity, patient experience, and safe operations.

Skills

Clinical communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited OTA program

Colorado OTA license

Job description

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Aurora, CO is seeking a part-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to deliver skilled OT under the supervision of a licensed OT. You will support orthopedic, neurological, geriatric, and functional rehab caseloads, with pelvic health development as an optional growth area.

The role emphasizes patient independence, safety, and quality of life within a collaborative team, using advanced tools and ongoing education.