COTA - Hillcrest

This is a full-time position (Tues-Sat) at Scripps Mercy in Hillcrest.

Join the Scripps Health team to work with dedicated caregivers and deliver patient-centered care, while building a rewarding career with one of the nation's most respected healthcare organizations.

Why join Scripps Health?

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:

* Repeatedly ranked among Fortune's Top 100 Places to Work.

* Listed in Becker's Hospital Review's Top 150 Best Places to Work.

* Named one of Newsweek's 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

* Nearly 25% of employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.

* Benefits include more than just medical, dental, and savings plans-like free parking and non-union status.

Join the rehabilitation team at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego as a Certified Occupational Therapy Aide. Work alongside experienced therapists at this Level 1 Trauma Center, assisting a diverse range of patients. We have:

* Excellent communication between occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants

* Access to our medical library for advanced learning and opportunities to work on department projects

* Career development opportunities:

* Monthly 1 Hour Education Inservice's, Lunch and Learn Sessions

* Tuition Reimbursement up to $1500

* Opportunities to take students, volunteers, high school students

* Advanced training in our intensive care unit and behavioral health unit

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

* Must have variety of problem solving skills

* Excellent communications skills with internal and external customers

* AHA BLS

* CA COTA license or pending license

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

Recent experience as a COTA in an inpatient setting.