Lifepoint Health·Gardena, California
The COTA is responsible for documenting patient care and communicating progress to supervisors and families. They also handle patient scheduling, charge posting, and maintain a safe work environment in compliance with professional standards.
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Long-Term Acute Care Hospital
$28.00-$49.44 per hour
Supportive Leadership, Superior Outcomes, Advancement Opportunities
Your experience matters
At Lifepoint Rehabilitation, 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 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
· Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
· Assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
· Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
· Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
· Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
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 - tailored benefit options for full-time, part-time and PRN employees, and more.
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.
Qualifications: and requirements:
· Candidates must have certification from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
· Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate's degree
· Current and valid state OTA license or certificate of practice or equivalent in the states where services are rendered
· CPR certification (when required)
About us
Kindred Hospital South Bay Gardena is a 54-bed hospital located in Gardena, California, and is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], 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.
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.
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 an Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program and certification from the AOTA. A valid state OTA license and CPR certification are also required.
Market context
In California, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant roles are often tied to ongoing demand in geriatric rehabilitation and other settings serving older adults. These positions are competitive because employers look for an active California COTA license, strong interpersonal skills, and experience or interest in patient-centered rehab; the listed requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your license status and tailor your resume to highlight geriatric care and communication strengths.