Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Memorial Physician Practices; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

401(k) & Tuition assistance

Well-being programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital in Paramount, California. The role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care in a 165-bed health system setting.

As a COTA, you will maintain accurate documentation, communicate patient progress to the team, and support scheduling and billing tasks while upholding safety and regulatory standards. Lifepoint emphasizes professional development and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold AOTA certification and graduate from an accredited OTA program with an Associate's degree.
• Current state OTA license or certificate of practice in relevant states.
• CPR certification when required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and team; educate families or nursing staff.
• Assist with patient scheduling and post charges to patient records daily.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory and accrediting requirements.
• Maintain equipment and clean, safe work areas.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Safety awareness

Education

Associate's degree in OTA

AOTA certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Long-Term Acute Care Hospital

Full-Time

Wage scale: $28.00-$49.44 per hour

Supportive Leadership, Superior Outcomes, Professional Development

Your experience matters

At Lifepoint Rehabilitation, 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. As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant 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

• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
  

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• 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.

Qualifications and requirements

• Candidates must have certification from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate's degree
• Current and valid state OTA license or certificate of practice or equivalent in the states where services are rendered
• CPR certification (when required)

About us

Kindred Hospital Paramount is a 165-bed hospital located in Paramount, California, 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

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is 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.