Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time & PRN | $4,000 Sign-On BonusAdvanced Care of Saint Joseph | Saint Joseph, MOFull-Time: $30–35/hour, plus a $4,000 sign-on bonus PRN: $35–42/hour Shift: Daytime hoursVertical Health Services is hiring Occupational Therapy Assistants to join our in-house therapy team in Saint Joseph, MO. We're a locally managed, rapidly growing provider with 11 rehab facilities across Missouri - offering one consistent location, no travel between buildings, and supportive local leadership.What You'll DoAssist in delivering treatment plans across a diverse caseload - orthopedic, neurological, short-term rehab, and long-term careWork under the direction of the supervising Occupational Therapist to support patients' functional independenceCollaborate with an in-house interdisciplinary therapy teamDocument care and track patient progress in line with SNF standardsUse current equipment and modalitiesWhy Work Here$4,000 sign-on bonus (full-time)One facility, zero travel between buildingsNew local leadership focused on quality and collaborationReasonable productivity expectationsPaid CEUs and ongoing clinical trainingBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance$100/month company HSA contributionDaily Pay option401(k) retirement planEmployer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary)20 days PTOPersonal day benefitFlexible scheduling optionsCareer development and advancement opportunitiesWhat You'll NeedActive Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Missouri (or eligibility)Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant programStrong interpersonal skills and a patient-centered approachSNF experience is a plus, but new grads are encouraged to apply.New to skilled nursing? Many COTAs here treat the same diagnoses seen in hospital settings with more time to connect with and care for each patient.Apply today and join a team where your work is valued and your growth is supported.Vertical Health Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.