COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (PRN)

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center; Harrison (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) in Harrison, AR, seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support rehab services. Under OT supervision, you will help patients improve ADLs, mobility, cognition, and independence with adaptive equipment, while documenting care and progress.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a supportive rehab culture, with daily opportunities for hands-on patient care and family education.

Qualifications

• Accredited COTA program graduate; Arkansas COTA license (or eligibility).
• BLS certification; strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled OT treatments (therapeutic activities, ADL/self-care training, functional mobility, energy conservation) per OT plan of care.
• Instruct patients/caregivers on adaptive equipment and home exercise programs; reinforce safety and compensatory strategies.
• Observe, measure, and document progress; report changes to supervising OT and suggest plan updates.
• Prepare treatment areas and equipment; ensure infection prevention and safe body mechanics.
• Coordinate with nursing, PT, SLP, and case management for smooth care transitions.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

BLS certification

Education

ASOTA/ATPA-approved COTA degree

Arkansas COTA license or eligibility

Tools

EHR/EMR

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Harrison, AR 72601

Position Type: PRN

Job Shift: Day

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) — Rehab Services

Change lives one small victory at a time. As a COTA at NARMC, you’ll carry out treatment plans designed by an OT, teach practical strategies for self-care and home safety, and celebrate progress with patients and families. You’ll thrive in a supportive, team-first rehab culture.

About Us

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is an innovative, non-profit healthcare system anchored by a central hospital in Harrison, Arkansas, and 13 clinics serving the rural communities of North Arkansas. Our continuum includes Home Health and Hospice, including our inpatient Hospice House. More than 750 team members deliver comprehensive care close to home, guided by values of safety, quality, integrity, and community. Our mission is comprehensive healthcare across North Arkansas, and our vision is to be the region’s most trusted and preferred provider—one patient, one family, one neighbor at a time.

Job Summary

Provide occupational therapy interventions under OT supervision to help patients improve ADLs, functional mobility, cognition, and use of adaptive equipment; document care and progress accurately; and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled OT treatments (therapeutic activities, ADL/self-care training, functional mobility, energy conservation) per OT plan of care.
• Instruct patients/caregivers on adaptive equipment and home exercise programs; reinforce safety and compensatory strategies.
• Observe, measure, and document progress; report changes to supervising OT and suggest plan updates.
• Prepare treatment areas and equipment; ensure infection prevention and safe body mechanics.
• Coordinate with nursing, PT, SLP, and case management for smooth care transitions.

Job Qualifications

Required

• Accredited COTA program graduate; Arkansas COTA license (or eligibility).
• BLS; strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred

• 6+ months inpatient or outpatient rehab experience; comfort with EHR/EMR.

Compensation & Schedule

• Status: PRN
• Schedule: As Needed, Weekdays
• Pay: Competitive hourly rate; details during interview

Why Join Us

• Mentored environment with clear competencies and advancement pathways.
• Make meaningful, measurable differences in daily function

Benefits Overview (based upon eligibility)

• Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
• Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.
• Basic life insurance and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.
• Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
• Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
• AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
• On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
• Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
• Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
• Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associates degree from an APTA approved school or college.
• Associate degree from an approved AOTA school or college.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:

• Has met the requirements of the Arkansas State Physical Therapy Examining Committee for licensure and has current licensure to practice occupational therapy in the state of Arkansas.

BLS certification