– Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Title

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location

Cañon City, CO | Skilled Nursing Facility

Schedule / Job Type

Full-Time | Direct Hire | Onsite | Days | Monday–Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to residents in a skilled nursing facility setting under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Implement individualized treatment plans to support residents in achieving functional independence in daily living activities
• Document patient progress, treatment sessions, and outcomes in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate and optimize resident care
• Educate residents and their families on therapeutic techniques and home programs as appropriate

Required Qualifications

• Current COTA certification through NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy)
• Active Colorado state license or eligibility to obtain licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Experience or willingness to work in a skilled nursing or long-term care environment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience working in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting
• Familiarity with Medicare documentation requirements and skilled therapy standards
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with geriatric populations

Why Join Us

• Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule with no weekend rotation, supporting a healthy work-life balance
• Work in a scenic Colorado location within a welcoming, manageable-sized facility of approximately 80 beds