Occupational Therapist Assistant

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$33-$39/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 2mo ago

Job description

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?
WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.
Requirements:
You care.
POSITION SUMMARY
Provides patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist and in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements and Company policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates commitment to company's mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior. Models a positive and professional image that emulates the organization's mission and encourages a spirit of cooperation with co-workers. Assists co-workers and promotes teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results. Ensures that all residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect, and their rights are protected at all times. Respects and upholds all residents' personal and property rights whenever carrying out duties, including knocking before entering a resident's room. Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures. Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist. Travel or float between facilities as determined by supervisor and patient needs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants High school diploma or equivalent required. Commitment to the company mission to consistently deliver high quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion and integrity, and to enrich every life we touch. Embracing the company values of care & compassion, community, honesty & integrity, teamwork, innovation and safety. Must have current registration/licensure as Occupational Therapist Assistant

Benefits

Medical insurance with Rx benefits Dental insurance Vision care Paid vacation $300 annually for CEU's

Key Responsibilities

Provides patient care and related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist in accordance with medical practices and company policies. Ensures residents are treated with dignity and respect while maintaining a professional image.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

ProfessionalismInterpersonal CommunicationClinical Documentation

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$75k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $73k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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Benefits & Perks

Medical insurance with Rx benefits
Dental insurance
Vision care
Paid vacation
$300 annually for CEU's