Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at UPMC

Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Patient Education, Collaboration, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Functional Independence, Therapeutic Interventions, Documentation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

COTA Altoona Hospital OT 1.0 full-time (40 hours/week) Shifts: 7am-3:30pm; some Saturdays and holidays Union position: AFSCME Reposted: 11/4/2025 Join Our Occupational Therapy Team at UPMC Altoona! UPMC Altoona is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dynamic and compassionate rehabilitation team. This position supports the delivery of high-quality Occupational Therapy care in collaboration with an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L), working closely with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary care team. As a COTA at UPMC Altoona, you’ll help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life through personalized treatment plans, education, and therapeutic interventions. Your work will make a meaningful difference every day. What You’ll Do Assist the OTR/L in assessing and delivering Occupational Therapy services as ordered or referred by a physician Implement treatment plans that promote functional independence and recovery Educate patients and families on therapy goals and techniques Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other allied health professionals to ensure holistic care Why Choose UPMC? UPMC is committed to supporting your career — professionally and personally — from day one. We offer a robust package of benefits and growth opportunities: An incomparable benefit package (found to be 20%25 higher in value than other healthcare employers in our market!) Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents Professional development programs to help you grow in your career and expand your skills Responsibilities: Implements appropriate OT treatment to referred patients according to established goals. Administers appropriate structured OT assessment to referred inpatients and outpatients. Responds to requests for OT services per physician's order and initiates referral when indicated. Assists in maintaining and completing appropriate OT/TR service related records and forms, including inventory, medical records, and billing. Participates in multidisciplinary conferences/treatment planning meetings to facilitate quality patient care and operations of PM&R Department. Provides information concerning patient's involvement in treatment upon his/her discharge from the hospital. In collaboration with OTR/L, interprets evaluation results and treatment plan to patients, physician, family, significant others, and treatment team. Assists OTR/L in the development of treatment plans, including short- and long-term measurable goals and methods to achieve identified goals. Graduate of COTA program with a minimum of Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Successful completion of a 3–4 month clinical internship in Occupational Therapy Successful completion of the NBCOT Certification Examination with current certification Acute care experience preferred. Pennsylvania Drivers License or pending. Current CPR certification or pending. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Occupational Therapy Assistant Act 34 OAPSA UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

Assist the Occupational Therapist in delivering Occupational Therapy services and implementing treatment plans. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care and maintain appropriate records.