Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Lifepoint Health • Saint Louis, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist and as directed by a licensed physician, providing care to assigned patients. The COTA provides occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures according to a treatment plan established by an Occupational Therapist, helping restore function and prevent disability following illness or injury. Responsibilities are performed in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and with a focus on high-quality patient care.

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South is a 50-bed, two-story inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly by Lifepoint Health and Mercy. The COTA joins an interdisciplinary team providing continued care to patients in the St. Louis area.

Requirements

• Licensed and eligible to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state where services are rendered.
• CPR certification.
• Passion for helping others and ability to work as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures according to the treatment plan established by an Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate patient progress and concerns to the supervising occupational therapist and interdisciplinary team.
• Instruct patients’ families or nursing staff in follow-through programs and home exercises.
• Assist with patient scheduling and enter post-treatment charges in patient records daily.
• Document patient care accurately and in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.
• Maintain treatment equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable laws, and professional standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed