Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Inpatient Rehab Therapy - FT

UHS•Enid, OK

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapist Assistant – Full Time If you’re a skilled and compassionate therapy professional looking to make a meaningful impact, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center invites you to join our team. As an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), you’ll support the delivery of high‑quality rehabilitative care under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist. In this hands‑on clinical role, you’ll help patients regain independence, improve functional abilities, and safely transition toward their recovery goals. St. Mary’s is a 229‑bed acute care hospital with more than 125 skilled physicians across specialties including Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, Women’s Imaging, Rehabilitation, and more. For over 100 years, we’ve been committed to delivering exceptional care to our community. Learn more: https://www.stmarysregional.com As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in patient care by implementing treatment plans, supporting patient education, and ensuring accurate documentation. This role is ideal for a motivated OTA who values teamwork, patient‑centered care, and professional growth.

Requirements

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant required
Eligible for or currently holds OTA licensure in the State of Oklahoma
BLS certification required
Previous OTA experience preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Typing and basic computer skills required

Responsibilities

Implementing patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful manner while maintaining high‑quality performance.
Providing appropriate assistance, verbal cueing, and support to optimize patient performance.
Instructing patients and caregivers in treatment procedures, home programs, and the use of adaptive or special equipment using clear verbal and/or written instructions.
Documenting patient performance accurately and efficiently in the medical record per policy and regulatory guidelines.
Reviewing patient medical records and collaborating with multidisciplinary team members regarding patient condition and progress.
Communicating effectively with the supervising Occupational Therapist regarding patient performance, changes in condition, and goal attainment.
Demonstrating competence in preparing and using adaptive and assistive equipment (e.g., lift devices, gait belts, orthotics, prosthetics, oxygen tanks, paraffin, splinting supplies).
Cleaning and storing equipment according to hospital and department policies.
Practicing effective problem‑solving and keeping appropriate team members informed of pertinent issues.
Responding appropriately to stressful or emergency situations while following policies and maintaining composure.
Demonstrating knowledge and compliance with isolation, biohazard, and PPE procedures.
Providing safe, appropriate assistance during patient transfers and requesting help when needed.
Delivering care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and elderly patients in accordance with competency standards.