Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Briarwood Health Care Center•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Briarwood Health Care Center, located in Denver, Colorado, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct rehabilitation care in occupational therapy. This role operates under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) and adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and company standards. The facility is recognized for its exceptional care, compassion, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services, boasting a 5-Star CMS Rating for Quality Measures, recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report's Best Nursing Homes of 2026 for High Performing Long-Term Care, and a 4.4 Google Star Rating. This is a contract-free facility.

Requirements

NBCOT certified upon hire (renewal is optional going forward).
Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT).
Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail.
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility.
Implements and interprets the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
Performs proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation.
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT).
Follows occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT.
Charts appropriately and timely.
Utilizes therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Exhibits excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
Assists in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrates dependable, regular attendance.
Concentrates and uses reasoning skills and good judgment.
Communicates and functions productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Sits, stands, bends, lifts, pushes, pulls, stoops, walks, reaches, and moves intermittently during working hours.
Reads, writes, speaks, and understands the English language.
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs.
Demonstrates good body mechanics at all times.
Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Understands and follows company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.