Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Company: Briarwood Health Care Center
Location: Denver
Posted on: March 23, 2026
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Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives
of others? At Briarwood Health Care Center, located in the heart of
Denver, Colorado, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care,
compassion, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services to our
residents. Briarwood has excellent longevity in the clinical
leadership team making it a great place to grow your career! ·
5-Star Rating from CMS Quality Measures · Named Newsweek Best
Nursing Homes for 2026 · U.S. News & World Report High Performing
Long-Term Care · Contract-free facility Position Summary The COTA
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab
care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral
under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in
accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care
standards. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements -
NBCOT certified upon hire, but 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. - One (1)
year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred -
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR
certification must remain current during employment. Specific Job
Requirements - Participates in community health matters/projects as
appropriate - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail -
Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to
adequately plan for patient needs - Demonstrate good body mechanics
at all times - Make independent decisions when circumstances
warrant such action - Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as
well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions
in the post acute care facility - Implement and interpret the
programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the
department - Perform 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 - Understand and follow 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 Essential Functions - Follow occupational
treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising
OT - Chart appropriately and timely - Utilize therapy software
appropriately and accurately - Exhibit excellent customer service
and a positive attitude towards patients - Assist in the evacuation
of patients - Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance -
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment -
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move
intermittently during working hours - Read, write, speak, and
understand the English language An Equal Opportunity Employer
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