Job Title
Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Inpatient Rehabilitation, PRN
Job Description
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Position Title joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. 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
We're on the lookout for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who brings compassion, attention to detail, and team spirit to every patient interaction. If you're passionate about helping others reclaim independence and thrive in daily life, we want to hear from you.
- Report patient progress and concerns to supervising therapists and collaborate with the care team.
- Educate families and nursing staff on supportive follow-through programs.
- Tackle the detailsassist with scheduling and accurately post patient charges to records.
- Document care clearly and compliantly, meeting all regulatory, licensure, payer, and accrediting standards.
- Foster a safe, organized, and clean treatment environment for everyone.
- Operate with integrity, aligning with our Code of Business Conduct and all applicable policies and laws.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates are required to maintain certification from both the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate's degreeCurrent and valid state OTA license or certificate of practice or equivalent in the states where services are renderedCPR certification (when required)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.EEOC Statement
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.