Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Memorial Physician Practices; Rochdale (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well‑being

Professional Development

Job summary

Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts, part of Lifepoint Rehabilitation, seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support LTACH and SNF/subacute settings within the same building. Work under a licensed therapist to provide hands-on care, adapt treatment plans, and help patients reach higher independence and function.

Must have an Associate's degree and a current state license, plus BLS. Rehab or acute care experience is preferred. Hourly range: $30.00 - $42.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in OT aide program and credentialed COTA.
• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in state of practice.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care under OT supervision.
• Implement individualized treatment plans to improve function.
• Support patients in achieving independence and activities of daily living.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families; maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

BLS certification

Education

Associate's degree; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required

Job description

Facility Name: Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts
Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Job Type: Fulltime, nonexempt, supports LTACH and SNF settings (same location)
Schedule: Days, 4 - 5 days a week shift availability, Weekday/Weekend/Holiday flexible scheduling available

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapy 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.

More about our team

At Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts, a dedicated team of healthcare professionals from multiple disciplines collaborates to create personalized treatment plans for each patient. As a critical care hospital, we specialize in caring for individuals with complex medical conditions who require extended recovery in a hospital setting. Our patients often face critical or chronic illnesses that demand specialized, long-term care. We pride ourselves on being both patient-centered and family-friendly, encouraging active participation from patients and their loved ones throughout the recovery process. Our team takes the time to get to know each patient personally, tailoring treatment programs to match their unique goals, abilities, and needs. Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts is proud to hold The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation, recognizing our commitment to continuous quality and performance standards.

• LTACH and SNF/subacute setting (same building)

How you'll contribute

Join our rehabilitation team as a COTA serving patients across both a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) and Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)/subacute setting, all conveniently located within the same building. In this role, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide hands-on patient care, implement individualized treatment plans, and support patients in achieving their highest level of independence and function. You'll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and caregivers, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and contribute to a patient-centered environment focused on quality outcomes and exceptional care. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population while gaining experience across multiple post-acute care settings.

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:

• 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.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have

• Associate's degree; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• Rehab or acute care experience preferred

Hourly range: $30.00 - $42.00 per hour

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitationis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Lifepoint Rehabilitationis 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.