Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Dignityhealthevrehabchandler; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) retirement package and company match

Free gym memberships

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in New York is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct patient care under supervision. The successful candidate will assist with therapeutic interventions, document patient care, and support compliance standards in rehabilitation.

Join us to make a significant impact in our patients' recovery journeys. We offer comprehensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a commitment to your well-being both mentally and physically.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as a COTA in the state where services are rendered.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate patient progress and concerns to the supervising occupational therapist.
• Instruct families or nursing staff in follow-through programs and home exercises.
• Assist with patient scheduling and documentation.
• Maintain clean and safe treatment equipment and work areas.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Clinical documentation

Familiarity with electronic medical records

Education

Licensed and eligible to practice as a COTA

CPR certification

Job description

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.

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Job Type: PRN

Your experience matters

Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital - Chandler is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Dignity Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

How you'll contribute

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

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

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

More about

Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospitalis a state-of-the-art, 40-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Rehabilitation programs that provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. Offering customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

EEOC Statement

"Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.