Cassia logo
Cassia
Montrose, Colorado

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN

Occupational TherapistIncludes callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$43/hr

The week · per this posting

Ask the employer about the work setting, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 16m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Join Pro Rehab, an established Therapy company with over 35 years of successful business. We are looking for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join the team at Valley Manor Care Center, in Montrose, CO! At Pro Rehab, you'll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that takes pride in making a difference every day!

Position Type: PRN

Wage Range: $43

Location: 1401 S Cascade Ave, Montrose, CO 81401

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Responsibilities

Assist occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients, focusing on improving daily living activities (ADLs).

  • Monitor patient progress and document outcomes in accordance with care plans.
  • Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and exercises.

Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care, utilizing knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Qualifications

  • Must be a graduate from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and have an Associate’s degree.
  • Must possess a current CO Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) License
  • Must possess strong knowledge regarding state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term care.
  • Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
  • Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology
  • Ability to provide patient care in inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursing facility settings

Cassia Benefits (On-Call)

  • Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
  • Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
  • ESST – Earned Sick and Safe Time

About Pro Rehab

Our philosophy reflects the belief that each individual is a unique and important person. We help to promote the dignity and self-worth of each person in a safe, friendly, and progressive manner. Pro Rehab has expertise in long term care, sub-acute, transitional care, home health and outpatient. We currently provide services at over 30 locations in Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, and Colorado.

#LI-DNI

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.

Key Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will assist in implementing treatment plans to improve patients' daily living activities and monitor their progress. They will also educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques while collaborating with the healthcare team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program and possess a current Colorado COTA license. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology is required, along with the ability to communicate effectively in English.

Key Skills

Treatment planningADL trainingPatient monitoringDocumentationPatient educationLong-term care regulationsInterdisciplinary collaboration

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Ota Jobs

10 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution8 jobs

3
<$80k
2
$80k-90k
2
$90k-100k
1
$108k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution10 jobs · 9 employers

0
1-2
0
3-4
1
5-6
8
7-8
1
9-10

Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)Per Diem

Healthpro Heritage · Randolph, New Jersey

$40-$42/hr
#2

Certified Occupational Therapist AssistantPer Diem

Healthpro Heritage · Paramus, New Jersey

$40 hourly
#3

Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

$47-$52/hr
#4

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

$65k-$98k
+ 8 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in Montrose

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$475k
Typical market rent
$1,971/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
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.

Cassia logo

About Cassia

Hospitals and Health Care
Edina, Minnesota
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching
ESST – Earned Sick and Safe Time