Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified

Ardent Health Services; Tyler, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Advanced technology in care

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Tyler, TX is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a day shift, full-time position. The role involves providing therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed OT within an interdisciplinary team to support patient care.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited COTA associate degree, current Texas licensure, and a valid driver’s license for home health and rehab assignments.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a COTA approved Associate Degree program or completed equivalent training.
• Current professional licensure in the State of Texas.
• Home Health and Rehab requires a current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide, under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist, a full range of appropriate therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment.

Skills

Licensed COTA

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Tyler, TX.

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:

• UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 432 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant shall be responsible for providing, under the direction of licensed Occupational Therapist, with a full range of appropriate therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Job Requirments:

• Graduate of a COTA approved Associate Degree program or completed equivalent training
• Current professional licensure; in the State of Texas
• Home Health and Rehab requires a current driver’s license