Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA

Ardent Health Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a day shift, full-time position in Tulsa, OK. The role supports occupational therapy services for patients of all ages under supervision, with emphasis on documenting progress and outcomes as per care plans.

The successful candidate will hold an Associate degree, obtain BLS within 14 days of hire, and maintain Oklahoma OT Assistant licensure. NBCOT is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in providing OT services to patients of all ages.
• Communicate and document treatment results and progress toward goals.
• Serve as a resource for the team and department; participate in orientation of new staff.
• Participate in teaching activities for OTA students and other health-related students.
• Work within Oklahoma state practice guidelines for OT.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Team support

Education

Associates degree

Job description

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.

• 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 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).