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    full-time
    Outpatient

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Tupelo Outpatient

    North Mississippi Health Services
    Tupelo, MS

    Job Description

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Tupelo Outpatient | North Mississippi Health Services | Tupelo, MS | Full Time, Day shift We believe a career is more than just a career, it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love. Supervisory: - Delegates authority to Technicians Clinical: - Maintains productivity level at department target - Evaluates and establishes treatment plan for any patient referred to Occupational Therapy - Remains competent in the following areas: Standardized testing, Therapeutic exercise, ADL training, Cognitive skills, Wheelchair transfers - Attends and provides continuing education in-servicing - Serves as mentor for new employee(s) or volunteers - Serves as clinical instructor for OTA students after one year of experience as a clinician - Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner Budget: - Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies - Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment and equipment Other: - Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes Requirements: - Must have an Associate's Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program - Must hold a current state License based on facility location - Must be certified in CPR - Must demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment of the following areas where applicable: Neonates/Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics How to Apply Apply online at https://nmhs.teds.com/careers/requisition/NMHS000GMO (NMHS job ID 000GMO). Questions? Email the NMHS recruiting team at recruit@nmhs.net.

    Job Requirements

    • License or certification: Certified OT Assistant. Education: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.

    Benefits

    • 403(b) with Employer Match
    • Health insurance
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Life Insurance
    • Disability Insurance
    • Continuing Education Credit
    • License Reimbursement
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Paid Time Off

    Job Details

    Salary Range

    $0 - $0

    Posted Date

    October 27, 2026

    Job Type

    full-time

    Setting

    Outpatient

    Specialty

    Occupational

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