Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) PRN

Lifepoint Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join the ARU at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center - McNair Campus in Houston on a PRN basis.

You will provide direct patient care under an occupational therapist, assist with interventions, and document care to support quality rehabilitation services. The ARU is a newly relaunched 30-bed inpatient unit helping patients recover from stroke, brain injury, spinal injuries, and other neurological or orthopedic

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Clinical documentation

EMR familiarity

Education

COTA license/eligibility in TX

CPR certification

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Job Type: PRN

Your experience matters!

At Baylor St Luke's Medical Center , 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.

The Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center - McNair Campus in Houston is a newly relaunched 30-bed inpatient rehab center designed to support patients recovering from serious conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, complex neurological disorders, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

Highlights

• Specialized Inpatient Rehab : Focused on restoring function and independence after major illness or injury.
• Expert Management : Operated by Lifepoint Rehabilitation, the largest manager of hospital-based acute rehab units in the U.S.
• 24/7 Access : The hospital operates around the clock, ensuring continuous care and support.

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

Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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."