Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Acute Care Rehab, Baptist Medical Center

Date Posted: Jun 23, 2026

Status: Full time

Shift Details: Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

*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.


Education Required

AS

Experience

  • Occupational Therapy Experience
  • Experience as Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Experience in Neuro
  • Home Health Experience
  • Experience working in an Acute Care setting
  • Orthopedics
  • Wound Care Experience
  • Experience with Surgical Patients

License and Certification

  • Driver's License - DMV
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
  • Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - DOH
  • Occupational Therapist Assistant - Board of Occupational Therapy

Location

Baptist Jacksonville (Downtown)
800 Prudential Dr
Jacksonville, Florida, 32207


About Baptist Health

Chosen as the area's “Most Preferred” healthcare provider every year since 1990 according to the annual National Research Corporation study of Jacksonville area residents, Baptist Health ranks highest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation.