Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity

Location: Rio Rancho, NM

About the Opportunity - Why join our team?

Come join us as you take the next step in your career with a team that values your expertise and supports your continued growth! As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, professional development, and delivering high-quality patient care that helps individuals regain independence, improve daily living skills, and enhance overall quality of life following injury or illness

This role is PRN and will work day shifts as needed.

Submit your application today to be considered for current and future opportunities—our team will be in touch if your experience and availability aligns with upcoming roles.

Compensation & Benefits - Everything You Need to Thrive

Competitive Compensation - PRN rate of $ 40/hr

401(k) + Company Match - Retirement Savings from Day One

⚖️ No Productivity Mandates - Quality over Quotas

Career Advancement - Continued Growth & Mentorship Paths

Health & Wellness - Physical & Mental Well-Being Programs

The Role - What You’ll Do

Our team-focused Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) deliver rehabilitative care under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, supporting patient progress, independence, and high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.

Assist with patient assessments, treatment planning, and goal achievement.
Provide therapy services, monitor progress, and document outcomes.
Collaborate with patients and care teams to deliver age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care.
Maintain a safe, organized therapy environment and follow safety protocols.

Qualifications - What We're Looking For

✅ Current State Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required
❤️ BLS/CPR Certification required
While 1 year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation hospital is preferred; new grads are encouraged to apply.

Physical requirements - What you need to know

A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time.
Both gross and precise motor functions.
Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.
Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.

Click here to see what it is like to be part of the ClearSky team or apply at www.clearskyhealth.com

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN