Variable Pay Rate: $33.74 / hour Be Valued for Being You – at Lee Health it’s all about you! Are you a compassionate and dedicated COTA looking for a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can truly make an impact? At Lee Health, we prioritize exceptional patient care in a collaborative setting that encourages work-life balance, continuous education, and clinical excellence.
Thinking about applying but have a few questions first? Click the link to schedule a time to chat with our Rehabilitation Services Recruiter, Chloe! https://oli.vi/1gwVdEb About This Position: HealthPark Medical Center is an approximately 400-bed acute care hospital and a leading Lee Health facility providing specialized cardiovascular care, comprehensive women’s and children’s services, and advanced rehabilitation programs.
It is home to the Shipley Cardiothoracic Center, a regional leader in heart and lung care, and is highly recognized for excellence in stroke care, orthopedics, and intensive care services. Located on the same HealthPark campus and physically connected to Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, it supports seamless pediatric-to-adult care across the continuum. A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Lee Health provides occupational therapy services under the direction and supervision of the occupational therapist.
The COTA implements selected components of patient/client interventions and obtain data related to that intervention; make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the Occupational Therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort; educate and interact Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistant students, technicians, volunteers, patients/clients families, caregivers; and respond to patient/client and environmental emergency situations.
The COTA will be expected to conduct themselves in an effective professional behavior manner. The attributes, characteristics or behaviors required for success in this job include: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, and commitment to learning. About our Rehabilitation Team: Our Rehabilitation Services team is one of the largest and most dynamic in the region.
With over 700 skilled professionals dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence through comprehensive, compassionate care. Our licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists work closely with medical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Beyond core therapy services, we offer a variety of specialty programs including neurological rehabilitation, vestibular and balance therapy, lymphedema management, pelvic health therapy, and oncology rehabilitation.
With services spanning acute care, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings, our team delivers exceptional, evidence-based care that restores function and enhances quality of life. What This Position Requires: Educational Requirements Required: Associate's in accredited COTA program ; Eligible Lee Health Candidates are required to graduate from an accredited program. The accepted accrediting body required for Lee Health's Rehabilitation Professionals is the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) Experience Required: No Experience Required State of Florida Licensure Requirements Required: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant License Certifications/Registration Requirements Required: BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) About Lee Health: Lee Health is one of Florida’s largest and most respected not-for-profit health systems, proudly ranked among the top 2–5% of hospitals nationwide by Healthgrades’ America’s 250 Best Hospitals .
Our system includes four acute care hospitals—Lee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospital—plus Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, over 100 physician practice locations, and expanding Home Health and Skilled Nursing services. With more than 17,000 employees, 2,500 medical staff, and 950+ primary and specialty care providers, we serve over two million patient contacts each year.
At Lee Health, we’re guided by our mission to be a trusted partner, empowering healthier lives through care and compassion , and our vision to inspire hope and be a national leader in health and healing. We live our values every day (Respect, Excellence, Compassion, and Education) by fostering integrity, delivering exceptional care, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. Ready to Make A Difference?
Apply today and join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your impact. US:FL:Fort Myers