Occupational Therapist Assistant Acute Care

Join our Rehab Team as an Occupational Therapist Assistant working in Acute Care !

This position may be filled by either an Occupational Therapist (OT) or a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

Looking for more than just a job? In Salida, you’ll find purpose, community, and breathtaking views around every corner. We’re searching for an Occupational Therapist Assistant who believes in client-centered care and wants to make a real difference—while enjoying a slower pace and an incredible lifestyle.

Discover Your Career in the Heart of the Rockies!

At Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC), we’re more than just a healthcare facility—we’re a cornerstone of our community nestled in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. With a commitment to excellence, compassion, and innovation, we offer state-of-the-art medical services, including emergency care, surgery, imaging, and much more.

Our mission is clear: to provide high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering the well-being of our community. We believe in making a positive impact not just through our healthcare services but also by creating a supportive and collaborative environment for our team members.

Education and/or Experience

• The Occupational Therapist Assistant is a graduate of an associate's degree (A. A. or A.S.) in an accredited program of Occupational Therapy from a two-year
  college or university.
• Six months to one year related experience and/or training required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current, active Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure for Colorado or a permit from the licensing board while awaiting licensure examination.
• Current CPR Certification.

What You’ll Do

Performs duties in accordance with the Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) Scope of Practice, including:

• Assists in examining patients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or other health-related conditions to implement the occupational therapist’s plan of care.

• Implements and adjusts therapeutic interventions within the established plan of care to reduce impairments and functional limitations.

• Promotes injury prevention, health, fitness, and quality of life across all age populations.

This role assists the occupational therapist in delivering quality occupational therapy care across preventive, acute, and rehabilitative stages to promote functional independence and reduce functional decline. Provides care under the direction of the occupational therapist.