Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), PRN

Lifepoint Health; Youngstown (OH); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for inpatient rehabilitation. Under OT supervision, you will help patients regain function and independence through individualized therapy plans.

Responsibilities include collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, educating families and nursing staff on home programs, documenting care in EMR, scheduling, and maintaining equipment in a safe, clean environment.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA).
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to lift and assist patients.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervising OT and interdisciplinary team to plan care.
• 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 company policies and applicable laws and professional standards.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient care

Adaptability

Education

COTA licensure

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Inpatient Rehabilitation

PRN

Your experience matters

Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy 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 Assistantonour 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 Assistantwho 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.
• Ensure compliance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, Corporate Compliance Agreement, and applicable laws and professional standards.

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 andpart-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.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. Additional requirements include:

• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR.
• Must demonstrate strong communication, time management, and clinical documentation skills
• Familiarity with electronic medical records preferred
• Possess near vision acuity for accurate reading of equipment and recording in patient medical record
• Must be physically able to lift, support and move patients.

More about Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown

Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstownis a 60-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Youngstown community. We are proud to be CHQ Accredited.

EEOC Statement

“Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown 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.