Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA

Ardent Health Services; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Topeka, KS is seeking a day shift, full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our patient-care team. Deliver care per OT plans of care, supervise clinical support staff, and promote professional development across the organization in a people-first environment.

Requirements: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy, active Kansas OTA license, CPR and BLS; prior medical or rehab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Kansas.
• CPR certification and BLS compliance within required timelines.
• Experience in medical or rehabilitation settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers care following OT plans of care and ensures prescribed care aligns with AOTA standards.
• Provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.
• Promotes OT services and supports professional development across the organization.

Education

Associates degree in Occupational Therapy

Active KS OTA license

CPR certification

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

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

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:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

• Performs delivery of care following occupational therapy plans of care, and assures delivery of prescribed care to assigned patients consistent with standards of practice defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the occupational therapy practice act in the State of Kansas.
• Provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.
• Promotes occupational therapy services and fosters professional development throughout the organization and the surrounding community. Reports directly to the designated department leader.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Active Occupational Therapist Assistant license in State of Kansas.
• CPR certification.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Previous medical setting or rehabilitation setting experience