(High Salary) Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant ~ COTA
Company: Mantey Heights Rehabilitation & Care Center
Location: Grand Junction
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Location:Mantey Heights in Grand Junction, Colorado Job
Type:Full-time and Part-time Reports To:Occupational Therapist
(OT), Director of Rehabilitation Job Summary: The Certified
Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under the direction and
supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide
rehabilitative services to residents in a skilled nursing facility.
The COTA helps residents improve their ability to perform daily
activities, supporting overall independence and quality of life, in
compliance with Colorado state regulations and facility policies.
ABOUT US –Mantey Heights is part of Stellar Senior Living, a
premier skilled nursing and memory care provider in the Western
United States. Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent
growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We
continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team
and continue this journey with us. Essential Duties and
Responsibilities: - Carry out treatment plans developed by the
Occupational Therapist. - Instruct and assist residents with
therapeutic activities and exercises. - Monitor resident progress
and report changes to the supervising OT. - Document services
provided in accordance with facility, state, and federal
guidelines. - Educate residents and caregivers on adaptive
techniques and equipment as directed by the OT. - Participate in
care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions when
requested. - Help maintain equipment and therapy areas in clean,
safe, and operational condition. - Adhere to ethical standards,
confidentiality policies, and the Colorado State Practice Act.
Qualifications: - Associate’s Degree from an accredited
Occupational Therapy Assistant program. - CurrentColorado COTA
licensein good standing. - Certification by the National Board for
Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). - CPR certification
(or willingness to obtain). - Experience in skilled nursing or
geriatric rehabilitation preferred. - Excellent communication and
organizational skills. Physical Requirements: - Ability to stand,
walk, bend, kneel, and assist with resident mobility. - Must be
able to lift up to 50 pounds and support resident transfers as
needed. - Physically able to meet the demands of active therapy
sessions. Compensation and Benefits: - Competitive hourly wage
$27/hr - $38/hr DOE - Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay. - 401(k) with company match.
- Continuing education support. We are an equal opportunity
employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to
race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability
status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws.The Colorado Job
Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from asking
prospective employees to disclose any age-related information.
Therefore, Colorado applicants are not required to disclose their
age, date of birth, dates of schooling or graduation, or other
age-related information. Furthermore, Colorado applicants may wish
to redact age-related information from their application materials,
such as resumes or schooling transcripts.
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