Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job Description

Job Description

Sierra Vista Post-Acute  is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community dedicated to helping residents recover, rebuild, and regain independence. We provide short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, dementia support, and respite services in a compassionate, home-like environment.

Our interdisciplinary team delivers personalized care plans and specialized therapy services designed to promote strength, dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

Why Join Us?

At Sierra Vista Post-Acute, our people make the difference. We foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where clinical excellence and compassion go hand in hand. Join a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and growth — where your work has purpose, your voice is heard, and your impact is felt every day.

Position Overview:

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant supports occupational therapists provide and occupational therapy treatments and procedures. The Occupational Therapist Assistant may, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments.    

• Works with occupational therapists to plan, implement, and administer educational, vocational, and recreational programs to restore and enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments. Selects therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities. Observes and records patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records.

• Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient.

• Instructs or assists in instructing patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment. Implements or assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently.

• Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients. Aids patients in dressing and grooming.

• Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use.

• Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect.

• Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games.

• Teaches patients how to deal constructively with their emotions.

• Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.

• Attends care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.

• Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings.

• Orders educational and treatment supplies.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or job-related vocational training. 

• Certification and/or licensing may be required by state law. 

• Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources. 

• Full knowledge of resident’s rights.

• CPR Certification, as required for license renewal.

• Experience in long term care preferred

• Able to work on multiple tasks at the same time. 

What We Offer (Full-Time):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.  

• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.