Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Heritage•Billings, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage is seeking a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our rehab team at St. John’s United, a highly respected Continuing Care Retirement Community in Billings, MT. This role offers the opportunity to provide therapy across a full continuum of care, creating variety, stability, and meaningful patient relationships. St. John’s United is a trusted leader in senior living and human services, providing care across the entire continuum and fostering a mission-driven, clinician-supported environment. At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.