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Highland House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - New Increased Wages!

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $35–$46/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Grants Pass, OR (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$69,272 / year median in Oregon

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Highland House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | 2201 NW Highland Ave, Grants Pass, OR 97526

Pay:

New increased wages! $35-$46 per hour, depending on licensure and experience Why Join Us? In-house therapy team — focus on patient care, not productivity pressure Affordable benefits — Medical plans as low as $38 per paycheck Work-life balance — Earn up to 20 days of PTO per year Schedule Full-time, Part-time, and PRN/On-Call shifts are available! Flexibility in scheduling — ask us what options are available What You'll Do Implement individualized treatment plans to help residents achieve their goals Assist residents with therapeutic exercises and daily living skills Teach the use of adaptive equipment to promote independence Conduct therapeutic activities and foster motivation Document patient progress accurately and on time What We're Looking For Current Oregon Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification Excellent oral and written communication skills Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills Ability to collaborate with facility staff to promote the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being Benefits That Put You First Competitive pay with flexible scheduling options Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family Company-paid life insurance with optional additional coverage 401(k) with company contributions Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays Tuition reimbursement & CEUs Annual licensure reimbursement (for full-time employees after one year of employment) Unlimited employee referral bonuses

Note:

Benefit eligibility may vary for part-time and PRN employees.

Employee Referral Bonus Therapists:

$5,000 total bonus ( $1,250 payouts )

Assistants:

$3,000 total bonus ( $750 payouts ) Paid at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months of the referred employee's tenure Your career. Your calling. Your chance to grow with a company that invests in you. Join us at Highland House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and let's build brighter tomorrows — together!