Occupational Therapist Assistant, Certified COTA

Lifepoint Health®; Green Cove Springs (FL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance for education

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a part-time day shift to provide direct patient care under supervision. The role emphasizes therapeutic interventions, documentation, and adherence to rehabilitation standards.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving community health and patient outcomes while supporting professional development and compliant practice within a diverse care network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate's degree.
• Current and valid state OTA license or certificate of practice in the states where services are rendered.
• NBCOT certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

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 skills

Organizational skills

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree (OTA)

Job description

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital North Florida

Schedule: Part Time, Day Shift

Your Experience Matters North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital 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 an Occupational Therapy Assistant 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.

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 - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• 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.

What We\'re Looking For...

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate\'s degree
• Current and valid state OTA license or certificate of practice or equivalent in the states where services are rendered
• NBCOT certification
• Current CPR certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills

EEOC Statement "North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital 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.