Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) at Lifepoint Health

Portsmouth, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational therapy, Patient care, Therapeutic interventions, Clinical documentation, Communication, Time management, Electronic medical records, Patient scheduling, Home exercise instruction, Regulatory compliance, CPR, Rehabilitation services

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Facility Name: Southern Ohio Medical Center – Portsmouth Shift: Part Time, Day Shift Your experience matters Southern Ohio Medical Center – Portsmouth is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], 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. How you'll contribute 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. Essential Functions * 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. 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 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 we're looking for * Must demonstrate strong communication, time management, and clinical documentation skills. * Familiarity with electronic medical records preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities * License: Licensed and eligible to practice as a COTA in the state where services are rendered. * Certifications: CPR certification required. EEOC Statement "Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Southern Ohio Medical Center – Portsmouth is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment." Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct patient care under the supervision of an occupational therapist, including therapeutic interventions and documentation. They also assist with patient scheduling, maintain treatment equipment, and instruct families on home exercise programs.