Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Inpatient Rehab Facility

Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital- Madison, MS

Full Time 1.0 FTE 40 Hours/Week

Your experience matters 

At Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital - Madison, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Certified Occupational Therapist 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.

How you'll contribute 

• Under guidance of supervising OTR/L: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.

• Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.

• Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.

• Observes treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals and recommends change to the supervising OTR/L, if needed.

• Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising OTR/L.

• Conducts the class/group situations (stroke, SCI, BI) as appropriate.

• When necessary, instructs care giver/family members in home exercise program as related to the patient's functional and self-care status: discusses necessary equipment for the home situation.

Why Join Us

• Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. 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 Are Looking For:

• Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

• Certified through NBCOT

• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.

• Current BLS/CPR certification

More About Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital: 

Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital - Madison is a brand new 40-bed bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital located in Madison, Mississippi. It is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital - Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital - Madison is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."