Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time and PRN | $4000 Sign-On Bonus for Full Time

Location: Advanced Care of Saint Joseph - Saint Joseph, MissouriJob Type: Full-Time and PRN Shift: Daytime hours

Join Our Growing Team!

Vertical Health Services is hiring compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapy Assistants to join our in-house therapy team at Advanced Care of Saint Joseph, Saint Joseph, MO. We’re a locally managed and rapidly growing healthcare provider with 11 rehab facilities across Missouri.

This is a great opportunity to work in one consistent location with supportive leadership, reasonable productivity expectations, and a focus on patient-centered care.

Why Work With Us?

• Generous Sign-On Bonus (for full-time hires)
• No travel between buildings – all hours in one facility
• New local leadership focused on quality and collaboration
• In-house therapy teams with dynamic and supportive coworkers
• Diverse caseloads – orthopedic, neurological, short-term rehab, and long-term care
• Cutting-edge equipment and modalities
• Paid CEUs and ongoing clinical training

Full Time Pay Scale: $30-$35/hour

PRN Pay Scale: $35-$42/hour

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• $100/month company contribution to an HSA account
• Daily Pay Option
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer paid life insurance 1x annual salary 
• Paid time off (PTO) - 20 days
• Personal Day Benefit
• Flexible schedule options
• Career development & advancement opportunities
• Local leadership and facility-level decision-making

Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Missouri (or eligibility)
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• SNF experience is a plus – but new grads are encouraged to apply!
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for patient-centered care

Not Sure About Skilled Nursing?

We get it — but consider this:We treat many of the same diagnoses as hospital settings, but with more time to connect and care for each patient. It’s a fulfilling setting where you can make a real difference.

Apply Today!

Whether you’re an experienced COTA or a new graduate ready to launch your career, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply Now to join a team where your work is valued — and your growth is supported.

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We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.