Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
About The Position
Under the supervision of a licensed clinician, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) treats patients who have difficulty performing work and daily living activities due to injuries, illness, and disabilities. The OTA works collaboratively with clinicians across disciplines, nurses, and providers to support the best possible patient outcomes. The role serves patients in acute care, including surgical, medical, intensive care, and inpatient rehabilitation settings. Providence St. Mary Medical Center is a rural community hospital with medical and surgical units, an intensive care unit, a CARF-certified 8-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility, emergency services, and same-day surgery. The patient population includes people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs. Therapy professionals help patients make functional progress and improve their quality of life in a supportive, patient-centered environment. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week day-shift position in Walla Walla. The listed wage range is $29.56–$45.88.
Requirements
- Education sufficient to meet certification, license, or registration requirements.
- Washington Occupational Therapy Assistant license upon hire.
- National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- AOTA certification upon hire.
- Recent applicable clinical experience.
Responsibilities
- Treat patients who have difficulty performing work and daily living activities due to injuries, illness, and disabilities.
- Collaborate with clinicians across disciplines, nurses, and providers to support patient outcomes.
- Help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life.
Benefits
- Providence offers benefits designed to support employees and their families in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
