Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)-Part Time Days

Occupational Therapist

The 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. The COTA assists in implementing individualized treatment plans designed to address limitations in mobility, strength, coordination, cognition, and performance of daily living activities following illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization. Key responsibilities include carrying out therapeutic interventions, monitoring patient progress, documenting treatments, and communicating observations to the supervising OT and interdisciplinary care team. The COTA also provides patient, family and staff education, recommends adaptive strategies or equipment, and supports safe discharge planning to ensure continuity of care. 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.

Benefits include: 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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Qualifications EDUCATION/TRAINING/ EXPERIENCE: 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 EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.