Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Job overview

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) is an onsite role based in Palisade, CO, supporting the skilled nursing community at Willow Tree Care Center. Compensation is not specified, and the role supports the rehabilitation department in providing high-quality patient care. The COTA is responsible for providing diagnostic evaluations and treatment to assigned patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OTR). This role helps patients reach maximum performance levels and use learned skills to function in the community within the limits of their capabilities.

What you'll do

• Provides consultation in areas such as environmental design, adaptive equipment, and proper positioning of patients.
• Administers and writes evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with departmental standards.
• Designs and administers treatment programs to increase patients' levels of functioning.
• Uses therapeutic exercises and activities to improve or maintain strength, range of motion, and fine-motor coordination.
• Instructs patients in adapted techniques and the use of adaptive equipment.
• Trains patients in the use of upper-extremity prosthetic devices.
• Participates in home assessments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

palisade co

certified occupational therapist assistant

cota

skilled nursing

stellar senior living

no on-call

weekend required

free meals

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, 401(k) with company match, Paid Time-Off, tuition assistance, company sponsored training, free meals, referral program

Why this role

Supervisory and leadership skills

About the employer

Willow Tree Care Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.