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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