Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Long Term Acute Care

Lifepoint Health®; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 68,108; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Paid time off and family leave

Job summary

Join Lifepoint Health® as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in San Leandro, California, where you'll provide vital therapy services to patients under supervision. This full-time position involves implementing treatment plans, documenting care, and collaborating with a healthcare team to enhance patient recovery. Candidates should have relevant certification and a passion for patient wellness. A competitive hourly wage ranging from $26 to $49.44 is offered along with comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures.
• Conduct treatment based on patient needs and treatment plans.
• Document patient treatment and progress according to hospital policies.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Occupational therapy modalities

Education

Certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital - San Francisco Bay Area

Job Type: Full-time

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 a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

How You'll Contribute

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant functions under the direct supervision of the Occupational Therapist and as directed by a licensed physician, is responsible for a specific patient's care. The COTA assumes responsibility and accountability for providing occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by an Occupational Therapist in order to restore function and prevent disability following patient illness or injury. The COTA carries out these responsibilities in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies while maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care.

• Under guidance of supervising OTR/L: acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.
• Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.
• Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.
• Observes treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals and recommends change to the supervising OTR/L, if needed.
• Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising OTR/L.
• Conducts the class/group situations (stroke, SCI, BI) as appropriate.
• When necessary, instructs care giver/family members in home exercise program as related to the patient's functional and self‑care status: discusses necessary equipment for the home situation.
• Complies with department, hospital, and regulatory agency guidelines with respect to ethics, legal issues and supervisory relationships. Demonstrates professional accountability per AOTA Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
• Demonstrates appropriate and effective written, verbal and non‑verbal communication with team members through the continuum of care.
• Completes timely and accurate documentation, including QI scoring, of patient treatment in the patient medical record as indicated.
• The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage—tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.
• 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).

Hourly range: $26-$49.44 Per Hour

Qualifications And Requirements

• Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR.

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.