Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ardent Health Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a day shift in Tulsa, OK. You will assist the Occupational Therapist in delivering OT services to patients of all ages under established plans of care.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, communicating outcomes, and supporting staff education and student teaching. Oklahoma licensure and BLS are required; NBCOT is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• OK State License as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (or temporary license).
• NBCOT certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in providing OT services to patients of all ages as per plan.
• Communicate and document treatment results and patient progress per department policies.
• Serve as resource for team and participate in orientation of new staff and students.
• Assist in teaching activities for OTA students and other health-related learners.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

BLS Certification

Team Collaboration

Education

Associates degree

Tools

BLS certification

OK State License (OT Assistant)

NBCOT (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Tulsa, OK.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hillcrest Medical Center is a 656-bed hospital that includes The Alexander Burn Center, The Peggy V. Helmerich Women’s Health Center, Kaiser Rehabilitation Center, the latest technology for the treatment of cancer, and the Oklahoma Heart Institute.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting the Occupational Therapist in providing Occupational Therapy services to patients/clients of all ages who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes according to the established plan of care while under the supervision of a Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate and document results of treatment including patients’ progress toward established goals according to department’s policies and procedures.
• The incumbent serves as a resource person for the team and the department; participates in orientation of new staff and other health personnel.
• The incumbent participates in teaching activities for Occupational Therapy Assistant students and other health related students.
• The OTA works within practice guidelines as defined by Oklahoma state law.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associates degree.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• OK State License at Occupational Therapy Assistant (or temporary letter to practice).

Preferred Job Requirements:

• NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy).