Role OverviewThe Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides rehabilitative services under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients regain functional abilities and independence within an acute care hospital environment.
What You Will Do
Key responsibilities include carrying out therapeutic interventions, monitoring patient progress, documenting treatments, and communicating observations to the supervising OT and interdisciplinary care team.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires strong clinical skills, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced hospital setting while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Requirements
- One (1) year experience as an occupational therapy assistant in an acute care facility preferred.
- Completion of A.A. degree from a school or college approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association
- Current California license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
- Diverse programming to expand your experience.
- HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses.
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
- Pet Insurance.
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
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