Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Oklahoma City, OK

Key Responsibilities Provides skilled occupational therapy interventions in alignment with individualized treatment plans as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist. Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to support safe discharge planning.

Job Title

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Location

Oklahoma City, OK

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provides skilled occupational therapy interventions in alignment with individualized treatment plans as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices.
• Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, coordinated patient care.
• Attends departmental meetings and participates in team communication as required.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.
• Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association, required upon hire.
• Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to support safe discharge planning.
• Proficiency in computer applications for patient care and documentation, including EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and cloud-based tools.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data.
• Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by empathy, candor, compassion, and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining professionalism.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development through internal and external educational opportunities.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Engage in meaningful patient care while contributing to a team committed to clinical excellence and continuous improvement.