Job Description

Your experience matters 

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As 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.

More about our team 

Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston is the flagship facility of Central Maine Healthcare. CMMC is a 250-bed, not-for-profit, Level III Trauma Center, offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services to the people of central Maine. CMMC provides 24-hour emergency care, and medically supervised orthopedic rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation facilities are part of our all-in-one, single floor orthopedics unit designed to support the initial states of recovery, helping patients get back home and get moving again sooner. Central Maine Healthcare covers all of patients physical and mental health needs.

How you'll contribute 

Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L), the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) plays a key role in implementing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients within a medical rehabilitation setting. The COTA assists in patient assessment, delivers therapeutic interventions, and monitors progress toward functional goals, providing timely feedback and recommendations to the supervising therapist. This position involves maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with hospital policies and state regulations, collaborating with interdisciplinary team members, and ensuring quality care. The COTA may also assume leadership responsibilities, including supervising support staff, orienting new team members, and covering duties in the absence of the supervising therapist when qualified. Pain assessment and appropriate intervention are integral aspects of the role to support optimal patient outcomes.

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: 

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're looking for 

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) State Licensure/Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association
Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred but not required
Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages preferred