Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Job Type: PRN
Schedule:
Your experience matters
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, 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 Therapy 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.
More about our team
Inpatient Rehabilitation at Kent Hospital , located at 455 Toll Gate Road, Warwick, RI 02886, offers customized patient and family-focused rehabilitation treatment and education that emphasize each patient's unique strengths, abilities and preferences. Rehabilitative care begins with appropriate therapies that lead the patient to the greatest degree of function possible, with individualized therapy goals to prepare patients once again, to enter the world of independent living. Kent Hospital works with partners to provide an uninterrupted treatment path from inpatient rehabilitation to home care and outpatient rehabilitation. Every day, our dedicated team of rehabilitation and clinical experts help patients of all ages with all types of injuries and conditions feel stronger, more independent, and more confident than they ever thought possible.
How you'll contribute
A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) functions under the direct supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) and in collaboration with physicians, delivering high-quality rehabilitative care to adult and geriatric patients. The COTA implements individualized treatment plans designed to restore function, improve independence, and prevent disability following illness or injury. Responsibilities include administering therapeutic activities, monitoring patient progress, modifying interventions based on patient needs, and documenting all care in accordance with hospital policy and state regulations. The COTA actively participates in discharge planning, caregiver education, and interdisciplinary collaboration, while maintaining adherence to safety protocols, ethical standards, and professional accountability as defined by the AOTA Code of Ethics. Candidates preferably have prior experience in adult medical rehabilitation settings.
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
Applicants should have
Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire
Previous experience in the care of patients preferred
Connect with our Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Brandi Walton, Talent Acquisition Recruiter at , . Or Click Here to schedule a time to discuss your career interests with Lifepoint Health!
Hourly range: $35.00 per hour
EEOC Statement
"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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.
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