Occupational Therapist Assistant, Certified COTA

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vis

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team on a PRN, day shift basis. The role includes rotating weekends (one Saturday or Sunday per month) and at least one holiday per year, with flexible staffing coverage to adapt to census, PTO, leaves, and vacancies.

You’ll work under the supervision of an OT, communicating progress, instructing families and nursing staff, and contributing to accurate documentation and billing.

Qualifications

• Active COTA license in the state of practice.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong communication, time-management, and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records is preferred.
• Commitment to safety and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Communicate patient progress to the supervising OT and interdisciplinary team.
• Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Assist with patient scheduling and post-treatment charges to records.
• Document patient care accurately per regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Maintain treatment equipment and work areas in a safe condition.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

COTA license

CPR certification

Communication skills

Time management

Documentation

Electronic medical records

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith

Position: Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Location: 6700 Chad Colley Boulevard, Fort Smith, AR 72916

Schedule: PRN, day shift | Flexible hours | Will rotate with other therapists to work 1 weekend (Saturday or Sunday) per month and at least one holiday per year | Provide flexible staffing coverage for fluctuations in patient census, scheduled PTO, leaves of absences, call-ins, and vacancies.

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. 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

• 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.

What we're looking for

• Active COTA license in the state of practice
• CPR certification
• Strong communication, time-management, and documentation skills
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (preferred)
• A commitment to safety, integrity, and high-quality patient care

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 and part-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.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is 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.