Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA

Hillcrest HealthCare System; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for day shift and PRN coverage. You will assist the Occupational Therapist, support patients across ages, and help implement the treatment plan under supervision.

The role requires an associate degree, OK state license, and BLS within 14 days of hire. NBCOT certification is preferred, with practice aligned to state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire.
• OK State License at Occupational Therapy Assistant (or temporary license).
• NBCOT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in providing OT services to patients across all ages.
• Communicate and document treatment results and patient progress.
• Work as a resource for the team; participate in staff orientation and teaching activities.
• Follow practice guidelines as defined by Oklahoma state law.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Associates degree

NBCOT

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, 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 and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with 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.
• 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.

Job Requirements:

• Associates degree.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hi re 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).