Occupational Therapist Assistant, Certified COTA- FT

Job Description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Full-Time!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? At Lifepoint Rehabilitation, we’re looking for a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our dynamic team! You’ll play a vital role in providing rehabilitative care to adult and geriatric patients, implementing occupational therapy interventions under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

About Us

Formerly known as Towanda Memorial Hospital, our facility is a proud satellite campus of Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, located just 17 miles north in Sayre, PA. Since joining Guthrie in April 2015, we have been committed to serving Bradford and Sullivan counties, ensuring easy access to essential clinical services for our surrounding communities. Our long-term care services include a 68-bed skilled nursing unit and a 94-bed personal care home.

Your Impact

As a COTA, you will:

• Take Charge: Assume responsibility for the care of patients treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and occupational therapy students.
• Assess and Intervene: Evaluate patient needs and initiate appropriate occupational therapy interventions while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Monitor Progress: Observe and evaluate treatment effectiveness, adjusting plans as necessary to meet short- and long-term goals.
• Conduct Assessments: Perform thorough assessments and timely quality improvement scoring for adult and geriatric patients.
• Manage Pain: Identify and address patient pain to enhance their rehabilitation experience.

Why Choose Lifepoint?

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing exceptional patient care. Here’s what we offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, with plans starting at just $10 per pay period.
• Financial & Career Growth: Benefit from tuition assistance for higher education and certifications, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Access mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships and mental health services.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Current Licensure: Valid Occupational Therapist Assistant license in the state of practice.
• Experience: Previous experience in occupational therapy is preferred but not required.
• Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Certifications: Current CPR/BLS certification.

Join Us in Making a Difference!

At Lifepoint Health, we are dedicated to Making Communities Healthier. Our extensive healthcare network spans 29 states, featuring 63 community hospital campuses and over 170 additional care sites. We believe that our success is driven by talented individuals like you, and we strive to create an environment where employees can pursue meaningful and fulfilling careers.

Keywords:

occupational therapy, rehabilitation, patient care, certified occupational therapist assistant, COTA, adult and geriatric therapy, treatment assessment, healthcare teamwork, clinical intervention, licensed therapist assistant