Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital in Beachwood, OH, is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for inpatient rehabilitation. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support patient progress and ensure high-quality, compliant care.

The role emphasizes clear communication with therapists, families, and staff; assisting with scheduling, documentation, and post-treatment activities; and maintaining clean, safe work areas while delivering compassionate care in

Qualifications

• Must hold a COTA license in Ohio.
• CPR certification required and up-to-date.
• Strong communication, time management and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate patient progress to the supervising occupational therapist and interdisciplinary teams.
• 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 regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.
• Maintain treatment equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Clinical documentation

CPR certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Inpatient Rehabilitation

PRN

Your experience matters

University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and University Hospitals. 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 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

An Occupational Therapist Assistant who excels in this role:

• 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.

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 - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• 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 & career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a COTA license in the state of OH. Additional requirements include:

• CPR certification required
• Must demonstrate strong communication and time management and clinical documentation skills
• Familiarity with electronic medical records preferred

More about University Hospitals Avon Rehabilitation Hospital

University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital is an inpatient rehabilitation hospital that offers exceptional care to the Beachwood community. We are proud to be accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF and recognized in Newsweek in 2024.

EEOC Statement

"University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. University Hospitals 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.