Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Genesis; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerback Rehab in Clovis, NM, is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) to support patients at St Anthony HC and Rehab. You will implement therapy programs, follow recovery plans, and work to restore independence and physical function in a collaborative care setting.

The role requires graduation from an accredited OTA program, NBCOT certification, and licensure or eligibility in New Mexico.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program per AOTA/ACOTE standards.
• Initial NBCOT certification required.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy programs and activities per recovery plans.
• Follow developed recovery plans and deliver therapy treatments.
• Collaborate with rehab team to promote patient independence.

Skills

OTA program

NBCOT certification

Licensure eligibility

Education

Accredited OTA program

NBCOT certification

Licensure or eligibility in state

Job description

Overview

Powerback Rehab has a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) opportunity at St Anthony HC and Rehab!

Don't Forget To Ask About Increased Pay in Lieu of Benefits!

We're on a mission to improve lives; as part of that mission, Powerback Rehab is proud to provide high-quality care and exceptional service.

Overview

Powerback Rehab has a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) opportunity at St Anthony HC and Rehab!

Don't Forget To Ask About Increased Pay in Lieu of Benefits!

We're on a mission to improve lives; as part of that mission, Powerback Rehab is proud to provide high-quality care and exceptional service.

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well‑being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you help patients get well. You are the person who can bring their power back. In doing this, you will implement occupational therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments. You're a healer and a helper, which is why you got into this line of work. You're equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as an individual. You know your goal is the design of a program that will restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities and independence. You're adaptable to the needs of the patient and can find joy in the variety of the work and the settings. You're a teammate and are looking for collaboration with your peers, but you're also happy to make referrals to help your patient get the care they need to thrive. You know that being an Occupational Therapy Assistant means putting patients first; ensuring patients and their families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere. If this sounds like you, we'd love to meet you! Working in a company that values growth and understands what it means to be a caregiver is refreshing. Our CEO is a former staff therapist. We offer growth, paths forward, and we are committed to patient-centered care. We are growing, stable, and need people like you, who have a calling to help people thrive. Isn't it time for you to work with a team where 86% of them know and feel their work makes a difference? So much so, we're certified as a 2023 Great Place to Work.

Powerback Has Streamlined Our Hiring Process

• Applying takes 3 minutes, give or take.
• You'll hear back from us within 1 business day.
• If you meet the qualifications, a recruiter will call you for a 10-minute conversation within 2-3 business days, depending on your availability.
• You will then be presented to the hiring manager.
• The hiring manager will reach out within a business day to schedule the interview.

This all happens within 1-5 business days from the phone screen.

After your interview, the hiring manager makes a quick decision. We aim to accomplish this within the week. If the hiring manager wants to move forward, you will hear from us within a business day, because we are excited to get you started!

Location/work environment: In facility

Reporting structure: Reporting to Director of Rehab

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
• Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• They must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.

Posted Salary Range USD $34.00 - USD $38.00 /Hr.