Lifepoint Health·Waukesha, Wisconsin
The COTA will provide superior patient care by implementing treatment plans and communicating progress to supervising therapists and interdisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include instructing families on home exercises, documenting care accurately, and maintaining a safe treatment environment.
Schedule: PRN
Your experience matters
The Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and ProHealth Care. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. 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
Communicate patient progress or concerns to the supervising occupational therapist and interdisciplinary team.
Instruct patients’ families or nursing staff in follow-through programs and home exercises.
Assist with patient scheduling and post treatment charges to patient records daily.
Document patient care accurately and in accordance with all regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.
Maintain treatment equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
Ensure compliance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, Corporate Compliance Agreement, and applicable laws and professional standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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:
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
Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
Current BLS/CPR.
“The Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin 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.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must hold current state licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and a current BLS/CPR certification. Previous experience in patient care is preferred.
Market context
In Wisconsin, PRN inpatient rehabilitation COTA roles are often competitive because facilities look for current state licensure or certification, BLS/CPR, and prior patient care experience. Candidates who can show flexibility with scheduling and comfort supporting therapy plans in a fast-paced rehab setting may stand out. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review details faster before applying.