Permanent Occupational Therapist Assistant

Talented Medical Solutions; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for a permanent role in a CAñon City SNF. The position offers a 35-hour work week with a Monday–Friday schedule and no weekend rotations, enabling meaningful patient collaboration in a supportive interdisciplinary team.

New graduates are welcome, with compensation aligned to experience, clinical skills and professional level. The role emphasizes patient independence and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license or eligibility in Colorado.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, dependable and patient-focused.
• Ability to work well in an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide OTA interventions under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Implement individualized treatment plans based on patient goals.
• Assist patients to improve independence in Activities of Daily Living.
• Provide activities focused on strength, mobility, balance and function.
• Monitor progress and communicate with the OT and care team.
• Document treatments and patient responses accurately.
• Educate patients and caregivers on techniques and safety.
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy teams.
• Maintain a safe, respectful treatment environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Dependable

Patient-focused

Education

OTA license or eligibility

OTA program graduate

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Permanent Position

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our team in Cañon City, Colorado. This permanent opportunity offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, no weekend rotation, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a skilled nursing environment.

Located in a beautiful Colorado setting, this 80-bed facility provides a supportive environment where you can build strong relationships with patients while working alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

New graduates are welcome to apply and will receive compensation aligned with their relevant experience, clinical skills, and professional level.

Why Join This Team?

Competitive compensation of $32–$35/hour for experienced candidates

35 hours per week

Permanent opportunity in a supportive SNF setting

Opportunity to work closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team

Meaningful patient relationships and opportunities to improve functional independence

Welcoming environment for both experienced clinicians and new graduates

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist

Implement individualized treatment plans based on each patient's functional needs and goals

Assist patients in improving independence with activities of daily living and functional tasks

Provide therapeutic activities focused on strength, coordination, mobility, balance, and functional performance

Monitor patient progress and communicate observations with the supervising OT and interdisciplinary team

Document treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately and timely

Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, adaptive strategies, and safety

Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other members of the care team

Maintain a safe, respectful, and encouraging treatment environment

Follow facility policies, clinical standards, and applicable regulations

Qualifications

Current Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) license or eligibility for licensure in Colorado

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

New graduates are welcome to apply

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused approach

Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team

Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care

About the Opportunity

This position is a great fit for an OTA who wants the stability of a weekday schedule without weekend rotations while working in a setting where their clinical expertise can directly improve patients' quality of life and independence.