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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

$30 - $40 per hour

Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence (Overland Park)

Columbine Manor Care Center:

Located in Salida, Colorado, Columbine Manor Care Center offers a small-town atmosphere with plentiful tourism opportunities along the Arkansas River, making our nursing home an ideal choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. We are proud to have achieved the following accolades:

  • US News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for High-Performing Short-Term Rehab for 2026
  • 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
  • Recognized as an "800 Club" member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com
Columbine Manor Care Center offers:
  • In-house rehab programs
  • Reimbursed CEU opportunities of choice
  • Great growth opportunities
Compensation Range
  • Full Time: $30 to $40
  • PRN: $32 - $42
Position Summary

The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
  • NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
  • Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
  • Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment
  • One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment
Specific Job Requirements
  • Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
  • Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
  • Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
  • Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
  • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
  • Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
  • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
  • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
  • Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
  • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
  • Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
  • Chart appropriately and timely
  • Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
  • Assist in the evacuation of patients
  • Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
  • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
  • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer
Vacancy posted 22 hours ago
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