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Concord, North Carolina

PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Gardens at Taylor Glen - Concord, NC, Position Type: PRN, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Join Our Team at The Gardens of Taylor Glen in Concord, NC! Are you a passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! The Gardens of Taylor Glen in Concord, NC, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

About Us

The Gardens of Taylor Glen, located in the charming town of Concord, NC, is a premier retirement community known for its beautiful, peaceful setting and high-quality care.

Nestled near the scenic Frank Liske Park and just minutes from the vibrant Concord Mills shopping area, it offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Joining the therapy team here means working in a supportive, collaborative environment focused on enhancing residents’ quality of life.

The community’s dedication to professional growth and its prime location make it an attractive choice for passionate healthcare professionals. 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!

Qualifications

Job Summary: As a COTA you will implement the plan of care established by the OTR/L and physician, delivering excellence in quality of care.

Qualifications

Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.

Active state license Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.

Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.

Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will implement care plans established by the OTR/L and physician. They are responsible for delivering high-quality therapy services to residents within the retirement community.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Additionally, they must possess active state licensure and meet all required certifications and screenings.

Key Skills

Patient CareOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationTherapy Implementation

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Ota Jobs

7 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution7 jobs · 6 employers

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<$75k
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$79k
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$85k+

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution7 jobs · 6 employers

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation · Sacramento, California

$47-$52/hr
#2

Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, School-Based

St. Vincent's Health Partners · Yonkers, New York

$85k
#3

Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant-PRN

$58k-$79k
#4

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

$34-$36.05/hr
+ 5 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Concord

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$337k
Typical market rent
$1,813/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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