COTA PRN- Riverwalk - Midvale, UT
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting states $30–$38 an hour. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in Utah post a median of $37.41 an hour, the middle half $33.80–$37.41, across 8 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapy assistants employed in Utah earn a median of $31.77 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Occupational therapy assistants in Utah: pay by town and employer
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Utah is not issuing OT Compact privileges yet, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs an Utah license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) Every state's OT Compact status.
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About the job
PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Cascades at Riverwalk | Midvale UT
Independence Rehab is actively seeking a compassionate, motivated PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team at Cascades at Riverwalk in Midvale, 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 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.
Qualifications
- 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!
From Independence Rehab's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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