Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

HCA Healthcare; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching contributions

Education assistance and tuition support

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for its new Gainesville facility, opening Spring 2026. This full-time position involves providing direct patient care, planning individualized therapies, and maintaining comprehensive documentation.

Ideal candidates will have an Associate Degree, COTA certification, and be ready to complete Basic Cardiac Life Support training. Join our team to make a difference in community care while advancing your career with cutting-edge resources.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate Degree or be a Vocational School Graduate.
• Certified as a COTA or OTA required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and individualized care planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation for evaluations and progress notes.
• Instruct patients/families on home treatment programs.

Skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Home treatment instruction

Education

Associate Degree or Vocational School Graduate

COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Job description

Introduction

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a COTA with HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Full-time, DAYS

Benefits

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Full‑time

Responsibilities

Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing direct patient care and individualized care planning/implementation and oversight of support staff. Performs daily treatments as outlined by Primary Occupational Therapist. Maintains accurate and pertinent documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries on all scheduled patients in a timely and professional manner. Confers with staff members about patient care conferences, family education activities, and discharge planning. When needed, instructs patient/family in home treatment program. Participates in rehabilitation development projects, including quality assessment and improvement program procedures, program evaluations, peer reviews.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Vocational School Graduate
• (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, or (OTA) Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

About HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, opening Spring 2026, is a 90‑bed, state‑of‑the‑art acute care facility offering comprehensive emergency services, advanced surgical care, and a 30‑bed inpatient rehabilitation unit. As part of HCA Florida Healthcare and the broader HCA Healthcare network of 650+ sites, we are committed to improving more lives in more ways and serving the Gainesville community.

Key Specialties

• Emergency Medicine – Comprehensive emergency care services
• Orthopedic Surgery – Advanced procedures for bones, joints, and musculoskeletal conditions
• Spine Surgery – Specialized care for spinal disorders and injuries
• General Surgery – Full range of surgical treatments for diverse conditions
• Minimally Invasive Surgery – Laparoscopic and robotic techniques for faster recovery and reduced complications
• Inpatient Rehabilitation – 30‑bed unit for post‑surgical and injury recovery

Why Join Us

• Be part of a brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art hospital opening in Spring 2026
• Work with cutting‑edge technology and innovative surgical techniques
• Join a collaborative, patient‑centered team committed to excellence
• Access career growth opportunities within HCA Healthcare’s nationwide network
• Make a difference in the Gainesville community while advancing your career

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.