COTA

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans with employer matching

Competitive pay

Wellness program

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Hospital in Coeur d'Alene is looking for a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitative activities within the Occupational Therapy department. Candidates must possess an Associate's degree, NBCOT certification, and an Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Idaho.

This role requires 2 years of hospital experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to assist in various patient care settings. Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, tuition assistance, and retirement plans are offered.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working in a hospital setting, preferably in the rehabilitation department.
• Ability to work in various patient care settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities.
• Prepare equipment for treatment and perform clerical duties.
• Meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

Associate's degree

NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Idaho

Job description

Department: Occupational Therapy - Inpatient

Position Summary

Assists an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities for patients who may have developmental, physical and emotional impairments.

Responsibilities

• Prepares equipment for treatment and may perform clerical duties for the department
• Performs a variety of tasks
• A limited degree of creativity and latitude is required
• Typically reports to an occupational therapist
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree required
• NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) required
• Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the State of Idaho required
• 2 years' experience working in a hospital setting, preferably in the rehabilitation department
• Ability to work in a variety of patient care settings
• Medical terminology

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
• Must be able to assist in patient transfer

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees.
• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth.
• Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%.
• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials.
• Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps.
• PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories.
• And an employee referral bonus program.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.