PRN COTA - Healthpark Care Center (SNF)

Location: HealthPark Care and Rehabilitation Center - 16131 Roserush Ct Fort Myers FL 33908

Department: HPCRC Occupational Therapy

Work Type: PRN

Shift: Variable

Pay Rate: $37.50 / hour

Be Valued for Being You at Lee Health its all about you!

Are you a compassionate and dedicated COTA looking for a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can truly make an impact? At Lee Health, we prioritize exceptional patient care in a collaborative setting that encourages work-life balance, continuous education, and clinical excellence.

Thinking about applying but have a few questions first? Click the link to schedule a time to chat with our Rehabilitation Services Recruiter, Chloe!

About This Position:

HealthPark Care & Rehabilitation Center is a nationally recognized 112-bed skilled nursing facility. As a COTA, youll work alongside a collaborative, interdisciplinary team to help patients regain independence after surgeries, strokes, joint replacements, cardiac or pulmonary conditions, and other complex medical events. With therapy offered seven days a week in spacious, well-equipped rehab gyms, and a strong focus on individualized goals and smooth transitions home, HealthPark provides an award-winning environment where you can make a meaningful impact on patients lives.

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Lee Health provides occupational therapy services under the direction and supervision of the occupational therapist. The COTA implements selected components of patient/client interventions and obtain data related to that intervention; make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the Occupational Therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort; educate and interact Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistant students, technicians, volunteers, patients/clients families, caregivers; and respond to patient/client and environmental emergency situations. The COTA will be expected to conduct themselves in an effective professional behavior manner. The attributes, characteristics or behaviors required for success in this job include: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, and commitment to learning.

About our Rehabilitation Team:

Our Rehabilitation Services team is one of the largest and most dynamic in the region. With over 700 skilled professionals dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence through comprehensive, compassionate care. Our licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists work closely with medical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patients unique needs. Beyond core therapy services, we offer a variety of specialty programs including neurological rehabilitation, vestibular and balance therapy, lymphedema management, pelvic health therapy, and oncology rehabilitation. With services spanning acute care, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings, our team delivers exceptional, evidence-based care that restores function and enhances quality of life.

What This Position Requires:

Educational Requirements Required: Associate's in accredited COTA program ; Eligible Lee Health Candidates are required to graduate from an accredited program. The accepted accrediting body required for Lee Health's Rehabilitation Professionals is the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)

Experience Required: No Experience Required

State of Florida Licensure Requirements Required: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant License

Certifications/Registration Requirements Required: BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)

About Lee Health:

Lee Health is one of Floridas largest and most respected not-for-profit health systems, proudly ranked among the top 25% of hospitals nationwide by Healthgrades Americas 250 Best Hospitals . Our system includes four acute care hospitalsLee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospitalplus Golisano Childrens Hospital of Southwest Florida, over 100 physician practice locations, and expanding Home Health and Skilled Nursing services. With more than 17,000 employees, 2,500 medical staff, and 950+ primary and specialty care providers, we serve over two million patient contacts each year. At Lee Health, were guided by our mission to be a trusted partner, empowering healthier lives through care and compassion , and our vision to inspire hope and be a national leader in health and healing. We live our values every day (Respect, Excellence, Compassion, and Education) by fostering integrity, delivering exceptional care, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

Ready to Make A Difference?

Apply today and join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your impact.

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