Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Location: SE Portland, Oregon
Schedule: PRN or Part-Time | 15-20 hours/week

$36-$44/hour + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Supportive In-House Therapy Team

At Secora Health & Rehabilitation, 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 (PRN or Part-Time) to join a collaborative, therapist-driven team where your work directly impacts recovery outcomes every day.

Why Join Us

• Competitive Pay: $36-$44/hour (depending on experience)
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!
• In-house therapy model and a part of our facility team
• Flexible scheduling with work-life balance in mind
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Continuing education support & career growth opportunities
• Leadership that values clinician input and patient-centered care

What You’ll Do

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.

• 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.

Secora Health & Rehabilitation 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.