COTA: Transform Rehab in Long-Term Care

Grand River Hospital District; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range posted

Shift differentials nights/weekends

Comprehensive benefits

PTO from day one

Job summary

Grand River Health in Rifle, Colorado is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the Rehabilitation Services team in a long-term care setting. You will implement treatment plans under supervision to help residents develop, regain, or maintain daily living activities.

The role requires Colorado OTA licensure, board exam eligibility, and BLS certification. You will document progress, maintain charts, and work with therapists, residents, and families in a patient-centered care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program and board examination scheduled/passed.
• Colorado OTA licensure is required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required on/official start and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Teaches residents to use adaptive equipment for daily activities.
• Implements treatment techniques including manual therapy and neuromuscular re-education.
• Observes and reports patient progress to the supervising therapist.
• Reviews patient charts prior to scheduled services.
• Works under supervision with Rehabilitation Services and Care Center teams.
• Maintains a clean, organized work environment and accurate documentation of notes and charges.
• Demonstrates patient-centered care and strong customer service in interactions.

Skills

Customer service

Documentation

Team collaboration

Observations & reporting

Education

OTA certification/licensure (CO)

Job description

Grand River Health in Rifle, Colorado is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the Rehabilitation Services team in a long-term care setting. You will implement treatment plans under supervision to help residents develop, regain, or maintain daily living activities.

The role requires Colorado OTA licensure, board exam eligibility, and BLS certification. You will document progress, maintain charts, and work with therapists, residents, and families in a patient-centered care