Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Lifepoint Health • Rolla, MO

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Phelps Health Acute Care Occupational Therapy is an integral part of the inpatient care team, providing comprehensive occupational therapy services to adult and geriatric patients across medical, surgical, ICU, and specialty units. Our therapists collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, case management, and rehabilitation colleagues to promote functional independence, safety, and successful discharge planning. Our Acute Care OT team works in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and supports continuous learning and professional growth. We serve Rolla, Waynesville and the surrounding communities in south-central Missouri.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state where services are rendered
• Current CPR certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Accepting new grads

Responsibilities

• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain after consulting with supervising OTR/L and makes appropriate physician contact as indicated.
• Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.
• Observes treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals and recommends change to the supervising OTR/L, if needed.
• Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising OTR/L.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, paid time off and 2 additional paid holidays (for a total of 8 holidays), offering added flexibility.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree