Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - as-needed
Boost your chances before you apply.
Meritus Health
MD
Summary
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will provide direct patient care and treatment interventions under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. They are also responsible for monitoring patient progress, documenting outcomes, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care.
Job Description
About the Role
Meritus Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Total Rehab Care team. Under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OTR), you will provide treatment and follow-up care to patients of all ages—from newborns to older adults—helping them achieve their highest level of function.
As a key member of the rehab team, you’ll collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and deliver outstanding therapy services.
What You’ll Do
-
Deliver direct patient care according to the therapist’s plan of care, including treatment interventions, caregiver training, equipment use, and referrals.
-
Monitor patient progress, document outcomes, and contribute to discharge planning.
-
Support patients and families by providing education, motivation, and encouragement.
-
Collaborate with rehab team members and participate in team and case conferences.
-
Provide supervision and mentorship to aides, students, observers, and volunteers.
What We’re Looking For
-
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program with an Associate of Arts degree.
-
Licensure: Maryland Occupational Therapy Assistant license (or temporary license pending board exam/reciprocity).
-
Certification: Current BLS certification (not required for Behavioral Health).
-
Strong clinical skills, responsibility, and dedication to patient care.
-
Ability to motivate, encourage, and support patients throughout their rehabilitation journey.
Why Join Meritus Health?
-
Be part of a collaborative, patient-centered rehab team.
-
Work with a diverse patient population across the lifespan.
-
Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and continuing education.
-
Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon application).
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest health care provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The mission of Meritus Health is to improve the health of the region by providing the best healthcare, health services and medical education. As an anchor organization for the community, Meritus has more than 4,000 employees and serves more than 200,000 residents of the tristate region through Meritus Medical Center, Brook Lane Health Services, Meritus Medical Group, Meritus Home Health, Meritus Equipped for Life, and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine.
Founded
1905
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hagerstown, Maryland
Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest health care provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The mission of Meritus Health is to improve the health of the region by providing the best healthcare, health services and medical education. As an anchor organization for the community, Meritus has more than 4,000 employees and serves more than 200,000 residents of the tristate region through Meritus Medical Center, Brook Lane Health Services, Meritus Medical Group, Meritus Home Health, Meritus Equipped for Life, and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine.
Founded
1905
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hagerstown, Maryland
