Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA PRN
Listed compensation
$43/hr
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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!
As our Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), you will provide hands-on therapeutic support to help patients improve, regain, and maintain their daily living skills under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
Your responsibilities will include implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting outcomes, educating patients and families on therapeutic techniques, and collaborating with healthcare teams to support quality patient care.
To be successful, you must have strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
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.
Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.
Key Responsibilities
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will provide hands-on therapeutic support to help patients improve and maintain daily living skills under the supervision of a licensed therapist. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure quality care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program and possess a current CO COTA license. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology is required, along with the ability to communicate effectively in English.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
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).
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $80k (middle half $71k–$85k)28 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Colorado index 103.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Colorado | 232 active | 9,233 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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Work-life snapshot
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Benefits & Perks
Living in Montrose
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $475k
- Typical market rent
- $1,903/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 20 min
- State income tax
- Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.