Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Pampa Regional Medical Center • Pampa, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), also referred to as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) or Occupational Therapist Assistant, works under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The COTA helps patients improve their ability to complete everyday activities, regain independence, and safely progress through recovery after illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization. The position provides prescribed therapy services to help restore function and prevent disability while following hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

This is a full-time, day-shift position at Pampa Regional Medical Center in Pampa, Texas, with 8-hour shifts from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply, with details discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• Associate degree (COTA) from an accredited program.
• Current state Occupational Therapy certification.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Nice To Haves

• National Board for Certification Occupational Therapy certification.
• AOTA membership.
• OTAC membership.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide occupational therapy treatments according to established plans of care.
• Assist patients with mobility, coordination, strength, and daily living activities.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the Occupational Therapist and care team.
• Educate and support patients and families throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Provide prescribed therapy services to help restore function and prevent disability while following hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options.
• Employer 401K options.
• Tuition reimbursement options.
• Life, disability, and other insurance options.
• Sign-on bonus of $7,500 for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.

What This Job Offers

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