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Vetter Senior Living
North Platte, Nebraska

PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

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Job Description

Linden Court in North Platte, Nebraska is seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are committed to enhancing the lives of others through exceptional care. Our team embraces the values of "Dignity in Life" while striving to provide outstanding quality of care and quality of life for every resident and patient we serve.

If you are passionate about helping others reach their highest level of independence and well-being, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will work closely with residents, patients, families, guests, and fellow team members to support individualized therapy goals and create meaningful daily experiences.

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to caring for others. The ideal candidate enjoys building positive relationships, delivering excellent service, and contributing to a collaborative care team.

Qualifications

  • Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in the State of Nebraska required
  • Experience or specialized training in dementia care is preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a positive, compassionate approach
  • Commitment to providing high-quality resident-centered care

Join a team of dedicated professionals who are encouraged to grow, learn, and excel in a supportive environment where your contributions truly make a difference.

Benefits Include

  • Competitive benefits package
  • 401(k) with company match starting at 3%
  • Positive and engaging workplace culture
  • Modern, state-of-the-art facility

Brookestone Rehabilitation, part of the Vetter Senior Living family, has been recognized as one of the 2026 Great Places to Work®, reflecting our commitment to supporting both residents and team members.

Key Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will work closely with residents, patients, and families to support individualized therapy goals. They are responsible for creating meaningful daily experiences while providing high-quality, compassionate care.

Key Skills

Patient careTherapy goal support

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Nebraska is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.4% of Nebraska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top contract/1099 OTA Jobs

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Ironside Human Resources · Scranton, South Carolina

$24-$38/hr
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$33-$38/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in North Platte

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$228k
Typical market rent
$1,327/mo
Residents’ average commute
13 min
State income tax
Up to 6.6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Vetter Senior Living

Hospitals and Health Care
Elkhorn, NE
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Benefits Package
401(k) with 3% Company Match
Positive and Engaging Workplace Culture
Modern, State-of-the-Art Facility