Occupational Therapy Assistant: Restore Independence & Function

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

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Total rewards package

Job summary

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital in Palm Beach County, FL, invites qualified Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA/COTA) to join our inpatient and outpatient care teams. The role involves implementing patient-centered rehabilitation plans under licensed supervision, with emphasis on functional independence.

The candidate should hold an associate degree in an accredited OTA program, possess an active FL license, and maintain BLS within 30 days of hire. Per diem PRN opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active FL OTA/COTA license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct, age-specific therapeutic treatments to help patients improve motor skills and functional independence
• Execute intervention strategies, guide therapeutic exercises, and instruct patients on using adaptive equipment or daily living modifications
• Document patient responses, track daily living progress, and communicate status updates directly to the clinical team
• Teach patients, families, and caregivers safe home techniques and adaptive strategies for daily living

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Basic computer literacy

Education

Associate degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital in Palm Beach County, FL, invites qualified Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA/COTA) to join our inpatient and outpatient care teams. The role involves implementing patient-centered rehabilitation plans under licensed supervision, with emphasis on functional independence.

The candidate should hold an associate degree in an accredited OTA program, possess an active FL license, and maintain BLS within 30 days of hire. Per diem PRN opportunities available.