Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Acute Care Rehab, Baptist Medical Center
Baptistjax
·Jun 23, 2026
- Location
- Downtown - Main Building, United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Workday
Description
About Baptist Health
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.
*Up to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus*
*Relocation Assistance Reimbursement Available*
Baptist Medical Center is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Acute Care Rehab team in Jacksonville, Florida. This is a full-time position located at Baptist Medical Center (Downtown). The hiring team expects that this position will maintain a Day shift schedule.
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will support the Rehab Services team by working with a multidisciplinary team in an acute care setting. Caseload includes various diagnoses - neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and general medical. The ideal candidate would have experience in an acute care setting.
Job Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist, provides occupational therapy services to patients in order to help improve or restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability.
- Participates in departmental operations and in performance improvement activities.
- Responsible for remaining within budget guidelines.
- Participate in mandatory education and licensure requirements.
Education & Credential Requirements:
- Associate degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy Assistant Required
- Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant from FL Department of Health Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Required
Baptist Jacksonville is a Magnet™ designated hospital, the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We serve families throughout the area with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.
At Baptist Health, we provide an exceptional employment experience where team members can bring their authentic selves and belong to a larger purpose together. By fostering connections with our team members and our community, we offer a fulfilling and personal career.
When you join Baptist, it’s more than just a job. You will find a profound sense of purpose and belonging as you embark on a career that truly changes lives. Baptist provides the support and resources you need to build the career you want as you contribute to the greater good.
If you are interested in this full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at Baptist Medical Center, please apply now.
Primary Location:
Downtown - Main Building