Occupational Therapist Assistant, Certified COTA

Lifepoint Health • Missoula, MT

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About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct patient
care under the supervision of an occupational therapist, assisting with
therapeutic interventions and documentation while supporting quality and
compliance standards in rehabilitation services. The COTA assumes responsibility
and accountability for providing occupational therapy modalities and treatment
procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by an Occupational
Therapist
in order to
restore function and prevent disability following patient
illness or injury. The COTA carries out these responsibilities in accordance
with established hospital and departmental policies while maintaining the
highest degree of quality patient care.

Requirements

• License: Licensed and eligible to practice as a COTA in the state where services are rendered.
• Certifications: CPR certification required

Responsibilities

• Communicate patient progress or 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 post treatment charges to patient records daily.
• Document patient care accurately and in accordance with all regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.
• Maintain treatment equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Ensure compliance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, Corporate Compliance Agreement, and applicable laws and professional standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed