Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), PRN

Lifepoint Health • Elk City, OK

5d • Onsite

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. 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.

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.
• Developing and implementing individualized plans of care, utilizing appropriate therapeutic modalities and techniques.
• Monitoring and documenting progress through subjective and objective measures, with modifications made as necessary.
• Providing education to patients and their families or caregivers regarding functional deficits, adaptive strategies, and the use of assistive equipment.
• Playing a key role in discharge planning.
• Supervising 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree