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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Denver, CO

KARE·Denver, Colorado

$45 - $50/hr·Other·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and maintain accurate medical documentation. Communicate patient progress with the healthcare team and assist with the maintenance of treatment areas.

Join the KARE Revolution!

Our mission is to transform therapists and caregivers like you into KARE Heroes who can save the day by responding to the call from senior care communities.

Become part of the KARE HERO Community and find the support you need to get started and stay booked.

What is KARE?

KARE is an app that connects therapists with senior living communities in need of support.

DOWNLOAD KARE (https://kare.work/therapists) AND START EARNING TODAY!

Why KARE?

Earn extra income using the license you already have.

Control your own schedule and work when you want!

Access to potential new employers! – no contracts or long-term commitments.

Find your next permanent position with the KARE app.

Unlike an agency, if one of our client communities wants to hire you, we don't charge anything.

In fact, many of our Heroes use our KARE app to find their next permanent position!

3 Simple Steps to Get Started: Download the app (https://kare.work/therapists).

Complete a quick interview with the KARE Team.

Get verified and start working!

Some of the fun benefits you will receive by being a HERO include: HERO Real-Time Pay™ - Get paid immediately once your shift is verified.

Sidekick Referral Program – Refer your friends and get paid for shifts they work!

KARE HERO Perks – Expenses tracker, bonus opportunities + more!

What's it like to work with KARE?

Some typical responsibilities include: Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and adhere to community documentation guidelines.

Record treatments given and progress notes in medical record.

Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.

Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.

Record treatment charges per the community policy and procedures.

Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in a maintenance program.

Report any changes in residents' physical condition and/or behavior.

May require experience with evaluating and treating residents with memory impartment if assigned to memory care areas of community.

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) therapy program.

Current state licensure for Texas.

Fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Results-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

CPR Certification (optional).

Minimum requirement: 2 years clinical experience, and/or 1 year clinical experience directly in acute care, skilled nursing and/or AL/MC.

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs on a regular basis and ability to help patients who require physical assistance.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program with current state licensure. Requires at least 1-2 years of clinical experience and the ability to lift 50 lbs.

  • associate degree
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Memory care
  • Medical record keeping
  • Patient instruction
  • Patient treatment
  • Occupational therapy
  • Physical assistance

Benefits

  • Bonus opportunities
  • Sidekick Referral Program
  • Hero Real-Time Pay
  • Expenses tracker

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$45 - $50/hr
Location
Denver, Colorado
Posted
Apr 27, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

KARE

Join the Revolution! KARE is a platform that empowers post acute caregivers to earn extra income and manage their own flexible schedules, while senior care communities decrease their operating costs by reducing high overtime wages and eliminating costly staffing agencies.

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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