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CHEYENNE MEDICAL LODGE

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

Pay: $36–$40/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Mesquite, TX (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.

$61,857 / year median in Texas

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

CHEYENNE MEDICAL LODGE

Mesquite, TX Job Details PRN $36 - $40 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications Skilled nursing facility experience Occupational Therapy Assistant License Post-acute care experience Full Job Description Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants at Cheyenne Medical Lodge carry out targeted therapy plans to help residents regain self-care skills and physical independence. Working directly under licensed OTs, you will lead residents through daily functional tasks and therapeutic exercises in our rehab gym. This role centers on practical skill retraining and tracking resident progress during their recovery. Responsibilities Execute occupational therapy treatment plans developed by supervising Occupational Therapists. Assist residents with activities of daily living, mobility drills, and adaptive equipment training. Document daily treatment notes and measurable functional progress in the electronic health record system. Maintain clean therapy work areas and prepare treatment tools before each resident session. Communicate functional changes and physical updates directly to floor nurses and therapy colleagues.

Compensation, Schedule & Benefits Pay Rate:

Starting at $36-$40/hr based on experience

Schedule:

PRN (As Needed)

Benefits:

PRN positions include competitive hourly pay, flexible scheduling options, and direct deposit. Qualifications & Requirements Active Texas Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license Current

CPR / BLS

certification Prior experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred Must pass a standard criminal background check Must pass a drug screening Reliable transportation for consistent attendance Ready to Join Our Team? To apply, submit your application directly online through Indeed. Our local hiring team reviews applications daily and will reach out directly to schedule an interview. We also offer immediate same-day interview options during regular daytime business hours at our facility.

Pay:

$36.00 - $40.00 per hour

License/Certification:

Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Mesquite, TX 75149 (Required)

Work Location:

In person