Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), PRN

Lifepoint Health • Elk City, OK

10h

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 an 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.
More about our team
Located in the heart of Western Oklahoma, Great Plains Regional Medical Center is a 62-bed Joint Commission accredited facility that provides a full continuum of care from acute to intensive. Great Plains Regional Medical Center provides Full Spectrum of Outpatient Therapy Services to Restore Mobility. Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury or medical procedure, our outpatient therapy department offers a comprehensive range of therapeutic options, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology therapy, and sports medicine. We work with patients to reach their maximum potential to get through daily life activities and work. Nothing is one-size-fits-all—we offer individualized care to meet your unique needs.
How you’ll contribute
The Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) is responsible for assessing patients’ ability to perform daily living and occupational tasks safely and effectively. Based on the evaluation, the therapist develops and implements individualized plans of care, utilizing appropriate therapeutic modalities and techniques. Progress is monitored and documented through subjective and objective measures, with modifications made as necessary. The Occupational Therapist provides education to patients and their families or caregivers regarding functional deficits, adaptive strategies, and the use of assistive equipment. Additionally, the therapist plays a key role in discharge planning and supervises certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians in accordance with state laws and professional standards.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage— tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
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.

Requirements

• certification from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate's degree
• Current and valid state OTA license or certificate of practice or equivalent in the states where services are rendered
• CPR certification (when required)

Responsibilities

• assessing patients’ ability to perform daily living and occupational tasks safely and effectively
• develops and implements individualized plans of care, utilizing appropriate therapeutic modalities and techniques
• Progress is monitored and documented through subjective and objective measures, with modifications made as necessary
• provides education to patients and their families or caregivers regarding functional deficits, adaptive strategies, and the use of assistive equipment
• plays a key role in discharge planning and supervises certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians in accordance with state laws and professional standards

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage— tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree