Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), PRN

Lifepoint Health•Rolla, MO

9h•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. Phelps Health Acute Care Physical Therapy Assistant is an integral part of the inpatient care team, providing comprehensive physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients across medical, surgical, ICU, and specialty units. Our therapists collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, case management, and rehabilitation colleagues to promote functional independence, safety, and successful discharge planning. Our Acute Care PTA team works in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and supports continuous learning and professional growth.

Requirements

Associate’s degree Required; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Current BLS/CPR.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.

Responsibilities

Under guidance of supervising OTR/L: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.
Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.
Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.
Observes treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals and recommends change to the supervising OTR/L, if needed.
Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising OTR/L.
Conducts the class/group situations (stroke, SCI, BI) as appropriate.
When necessary, instructs care giver/family members in home exercise program as related to the patient’s functional and self-care status: discusses necessary equipment for the home situation.