Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Lifepoint Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital in Austin, TX, seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct patient care under supervision. You will assist with therapeutic interventions, document care, and support compliance in a 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation setting.

You will communicate progress with the occupational therapist and interdisciplinary team, educate families, and help with scheduling and charges. Active TX COTA license and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed and eligible to practice as a COTA in the state where services are rendered.
• CPR certification required.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Document patient care accurately and in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support therapy interventions and compliant documentation.
• Assist with scheduling and post-treatment charges to patient records.
• Maintain equipment and treatment areas in a clean, safe condition.
• Communicate patient progress to the supervising OT and team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Clinical documentation

Education

TX COTA license

CPR Certification

Tools

EMR/EHR familiarity

Job description

Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Job Type: Full time

Your experience matters!

At Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person.

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is a 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation facility located at 700 W 45th Street in Austin, Texas. It’s designed to help individuals recover from serious injuries or illnesses that have significantly impacted their ability to function independently.

Here’s what makes it stand out:

• Specialized Rehabilitation Programs: Tailored care for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputation, orthopedic trauma, and other neurological or complex conditions.
• Intensive Therapy Model: Patients typically receive at least three hours of physical, occupational, and/or speech therapy per day, five days a week, under the supervision of a rehabilitation physician.
• State-of-the-Art Facility: Offers modern therapy equipment, private rooms, and a dedicated team focused on maximizing recovery and quality of life.
• 24/7 Medical Support: Around-the-clock nursing and physician oversight ensure continuous care and safety throughout the rehabilitation process.

As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of an occupational therapist, assisting with therapeutic interventions and documentation while supporting quality and compliance standards in rehabilitation services.

Essential Functions

• Communicate patient progress or concerns to the supervising occupational therapist and interdisciplinary team.
• Instruct patients’ families or nursing staff in follow-through programs and home exercises.
• Assist with patient scheduling and post treatment charges to patient records daily.
• Document patient care accurately and in accordance with all regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.
• Maintain treatment equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Ensure compliance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, Corporate Compliance Agreement, and applicable laws and professional standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Must demonstrate strong communication, time management, and clinical documentation skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records preferred.

Qualifications and requirements:

• License: Licensed and eligible to practice as a COTA in the state where services are rendered.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

About us

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is located in Austin, TX, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital" is an Equal Opportunity Employer."Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital" is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.