Independence Rehab·Spanish Fork, Utah
The COTA will provide patient-centered therapy services to a medically complex geriatric population at a skilled nursing facility. Responsibilities include functional mobility training, transfer training, and adaptive ADL retraining in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Spanish Fork Nursing & Rehab Independence Rehab is actively seeking a compassionate, motivated PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team at Spanish Fork Nursing & Rehab in Spanish Fork, UT. At Independence Rehab, we are passionate about helping people stay independent in the later chapters of life. We partner closely with skilled nursing facilities to provide patient-centered therapy services focused on functional outcomes, quality of life, and safe transitions to the next level of care. We are a therapist-friendly, people-first organization that believes in: Leading with integrity Empowering people Delivering outcomes Why Therapists Enjoy Working With Independence Rehab: Flexible PRN scheduling No minimum hours required Supportive team environment Therapist-focused leadership Opportunities for mentorship and clinical growth Realistic productivity expectations We advocate for our clinicians and support long-term success Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Experience Includes: Treating a medically complex geriatric population Functional mobility and transfer training Adaptive ADL retraining Collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams If there are areas where you would like additional support or training, we are happy to help provide mentorship and competency development.
Current Utah COTA license SNF experience preferred, but not required Compassion for the geriatric population Strong communication and teamwork skills While we prefer candidates with at least one year of SNF experience, we are always excited to connect with caring, passionate therapists who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. We would love to hear from you!
Candidates must hold a current Utah COTA license. While SNF experience is preferred, it is not strictly required for this role.
Market context
In Utah, PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant openings in skilled nursing settings often draw candidates with geriatric care experience and a current state COTA license. These roles can be competitive because employers value compassion, flexibility, and the ability to work well within therapist-led teams; SNF experience helps, but it is not always required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and highlight any direct experience with older adults in your application.