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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • $4,000 sign-on bonus

Open in 2 locations

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Missouri

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Tennessee

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About the job

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

Location:Advanced Care of Saint Joseph - Saint Joseph, Missouri

Job 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 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.

Full Time: $30-$35/hour

PRN: $36-$42/hour

Why Work With Us?

  • Generous Sign-On Bonus (for full-time hires)
  • 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

What We Offer

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • $100/month company HSA contribution
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Daily pay option
  • 20 days PTO + 1 personal day
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Career development and advancement opportunities

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.

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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

From Vertical Health Services's job posting for St. Joseph, MO, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Vertical Health Services

Vertical Health Services operates 15 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Missouri, Tennessee and Washington. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information

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