Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

At Grand River we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect friendliness and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What Youll Do

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) serves as a member of the Rehabilitation Services department at ourCare Center.They will assistin the implementation of treatment plansin a long-term care environment designed by the supervising therapist to help patients develop regain or maintain their ability to perform daily activities.

• Teaches residents skills/techniquesregarding how to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities.
• Demonstrates proficiency in current treatment techniques to include: manual therapy neuromuscular re-education and training use of electrotherapeutic modalities as appropriate.
• Observes records and reports to therapist the conditions reactions and responses to procedures and programs implemented and progress toward established goals.
• Reviews each patient chart prior to scheduled services.
• Works under the supervision of staff Occupational Therapists and in coordination with other members of the Rehabilitative Services department andthe Care Centerteam.
• Responsibilities include aiding in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Documents and completes each residents notes and records charges in the system in accordance with department standard practices.
• Uses patient-centered approach in provision of care and continually exhibits a customer service approach in all interactions to include patients residents family staff facility administration and physicians.

Who Were Looking For

• Must be a graduate of an accredited program and must have successfully passed or be scheduled for the board examination.
• Requires Occupational Therapy Assistant certification and licensure through the State of Colorado.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required upon initial employment and must be maintained throughout GRHD employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of practical experience in a Rehabilitative Services setting preferred.
• Long term care experience in a similar role preferred.

What We Offer
Our total rewards package includes

• Pay Range: $25.72-$32.16/hour (based on experience)
• Shift Differentials:$2$4/hour for nights and weekends
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical dental vision PTO from day one extended illness time retirement plan with match and more
• Perks:Payroll deductions for hot springs gyms ski passes pet insurance access to outdoor recreation and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors including a candidates qualifications skills competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health
As a special taxing district we are accountable to our community allowing us to prioritizeexceptional patient-centered careover financial bottom main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live the atmosphere ofa caring and friendly communityhas been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:
To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:
To be our communities first choice in quality healthcare.