Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
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Job DetailsJob Location: The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho - Rio Rancho, NM 87124Position Type: Part TimeFunctional Pathways is currently hiring at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho in Albuquerque, NM for a part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
This is an unusual opening for this stunning community and offers a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for direct applicants! The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho, located near the Sandia Mountains, puts you and our residents close to everything Albuquerque has to offer!
As a Life Plan Community, the neighborhood offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Memory Support in our tight-knit community. Plus, there are loads of convenient amenities you won’t find in just any neighborhood, including spaces for creative arts, self-improvement, and fun.
Joining the therapy team at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho means being part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to enhancing the well-being of residents through compassionate care and cutting-edge rehabilitation services.
Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
Job Summary: COTA/L shall implement the plan of care as established by the OTR/L and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.
Qualifications Must have an associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Must meet all certification and licensure requirements as established by the state and national board associations. Active state license required. #HP1
Key Responsibilities
The COTA/L is responsible for implementing the plan of care established by the OTR/L and physician. They provide professional and competent rehabilitation services to enhance the well-being of residents.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program. An active state license and meeting all national board certification requirements are mandatory.
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.4% of New Mexico 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in occupational therapy assistant | ranked against 1,043 Occupational Therapy Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $73k (middle half $64k–$83k)120 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | New Mexico index 92.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in New Mexico | 59 active | 9,374 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at Functional Pathways a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy Assistant — ranked against 1,043 active Occupational Therapy Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
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