Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Bend, Oregon at Bend of Cascadia LLC

Location: Bend, Oregon

Schedule: Full-Time | Tuesdays - Saturday

$38-$45/hour + Supportive In-House Therapy Team

At Bend Transitional Care, we’re dedicated to providing exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services that empower our residents to recover, thrive, and live well. We’re hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Full-Time) to join a collaborative, therapist-driven team where your work directly impacts recovery outcomes every day. As a COTA, you’ll partner closely with licensed Occupational Therapists to help residents regain independence and improve their quality of life through purposeful, meaningful activity-based therapy.

Why Join Us

• Competitive Pay: $36-$44/hour (depending on experience)
• In-house therapy model and be a part of our facility team
• Flexible scheduling with work-life balance in mind
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing education support & career growth opportunities
• Leadership that values clinician input and patient-centered care

What You’ll Do

• Deliver therapy services following individualized treatment plans
• Support residents in performing daily living and rehabilitative activities
• Observe and document patient progress and communicate updates to the care team
• Educate residents and families on adaptive techniques and home programs
• Foster a supportive and collaborative therapy environment

What You Bring

• Active Oregon COTA License (we support and reimburse licensing costs)
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Valid CPR certification
• SNF, post-acute, or long-term care experience preferred—but not required
• Strong clinical knowledge of therapy techniques and patient care
• A compassionate, team-oriented approach

Work Environment & Expectations

• Collaborative, team-based therapy environment
• Productivity expectations aligned with industry standards, with leadership support
• Emphasis on quality care over burnout culture

Ready to Make a Difference?

Cascadia Healthcare is a network of skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities focused on delivering compassionate, outcome-driven care across the region.

Join a team where your work truly changes lives. Apply today and help patients regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Bend Transitional Care of Cascadia Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.

Licenses/Certification:

• Current COTA license required.
• Current CPR certification required.

Experience:

• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.