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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Company : HealthPRO Heritage
Location : North Haverhill, NH, 03774
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Overview
HealthPro Heritage is excited to offer a PRN COTA opportunity.
🕒 Need: PRN – weekdays and weekends available. Perfect for therapists wanting flexibility, variety, and a supportive facility with consistent PRN opportunities.
💰 Rate: Starting at $32-$40/hr, (higher rates available based on experience)
📍 Location: Grafton County Nursing & Rehab – North Haverhill, NH
🏥 Facility Overview:
Grafton County Nursing & Rehab is a county-operated, long-established long-term care community deeply committed to high-quality resident care.COTAs love working here because of:
A positive, team-focused culture
Strong collaboration across therapy, nursing, and wellness teams
A mission-driven environment that treats each resident like family
Beautiful scenery and a peaceful, rural setting
✨ Perks You’ll Love:
Build your own schedule — pick the days that fit your life
Warm, supportive therapy team
Consistent caseload in a well-managed, resident-first facility
Easy-to-work-with leadership and a collaborative environment
Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.Â
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture:Â Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence:Â Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package:Â Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care & Treatment Implementation: Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
- Progress Monitoring & Documentation: Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
- Collaboration & Patient Education: Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
- Therapeutic Activities & Support: Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
- Certification: Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Licensure: Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Experience: Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
In North Haverhill, COTAs often engage deeply with long-term care residents, focusing on enhancing daily living skills within a supportive rural environment. This contrasts with more acute care settings, emphasizing consistent collaboration and mission-driven patient care tailored to rehabilitation in nursing facilities.
Candidates usually need an associate’s degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program, state licensure or eligibility, and NBCOT certification. Prior experience in similar care environments is valued, especially for delivering personalized therapy that supports elderly or long-term care residents in NH.
COTAs at HealthPRO Heritage guide patients through exercises improving mobility, dressing, and eating, monitor progress meticulously, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care. Their role nurtures patient independence within a warm, team-oriented care setting.
HealthPRO Heritage offers flexible PRN scheduling, a resident-first culture, and leadership that values input, fostering professional growth. Their focus on compassionate care and consistent caseloads provides a fulfilling environment unlike more rigid or less collaborative workplaces.
The company emphasizes continuous learning opportunities tailored to OTAs, encouraging skill development and clinical expertise. Their diverse settings and supportive culture help COTAs expand their knowledge and assume greater responsibilities within a purpose-driven organization.
Starting hourly rates range from $32 to $40, with possibilities for higher compensation based on experience. This pay scale aligns competitively with regional standards for PRN COTA roles in long-term care settings within Grafton County.
While demand for COTAs in rural Grafton County remains steady, candidates with flexible availability and relevant certification tend to have an edge. The local healthcare landscape values collaborative, mission-focused practitioners, making skilled applicants highly sought after.
Typically, NBCOT certification and state licensure suffice for practice. However, some employers in New Hampshire may prefer or encourage additional training in specialized therapeutic techniques, especially for those working in multifaceted care environments like nursing & rehab facilities.
Their team-oriented approach, combined with respect for work-life balance through build-your-own-schedule options, crafts a positive workplace. This culture promotes collaboration, open communication, and a shared commitment to high-quality resident care uncommon in larger, less personal organizations.
The facility’s peaceful rural setting fosters a calm patient environment, encouraging holistic rehabilitation. COTAs benefit from a close-knit team environment and enjoy fewer urban distractions, which can enhance focus on individualized therapy and meaningful patient connections.