Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA - Avamere Court at Keizer

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA - Avamere Court at Keizer

Job Category
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Therapy

Requisition Number
: CERTI
028681

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• Posted :
  January 8, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Status: Full-time & PRN

We are seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team in Keizer, OR at Avamere Court of Keizer. As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere provides in-house therapy in our facilities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care.

Reasons to Join Avamere:

• In-House Therapy
• Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
• Therapist-Run
• Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
• Manageable Productivity Expectations
• Flexible Schedule Options
• One Full-Time COTA
• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan:
  After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA:
  Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development:
  Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits:
  Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements
• Supports and participates in department operations and development
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum
• Able to practice unencumbered.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of resident’s rights
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.
• CPR certification

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

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