Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
UHS
Summary
The LifeWorks School is hiring for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to support our school system with locations in Doylestown, PA, Media, PA, and Levittown, PA for the 2026-2027 academic school year. Travel between all three locations is required. This position supports students in overcoming challenges in daily activities. This position qualifies for a $2,500 sign-on bonus!
Job description
The LifeWorks Schools are licensed specialty therapeutic day schools for students in middle and high school affected by social, emotional, or behavioral health challenges. LifeWorks' comprehensive educational curriculum is individualized and designed to actively engage each student throughout the day to achieve positive, pro-social behavioral and educational outcomes.
Position Responsibilities
- Promote independence in activities of daily living (including dressing and feeding) through problem solving, suggesting adaptations and observation of the student.
- Observe, problem solve and suggest positioning techniques to enhance educational participation and maximize function.
- Consult and assist classroom staff through gathering and sharing information at team meetings when requested.
- Discuss and exchange information about the students assigned with the occupational therapist.
- Utilize task analysis to suggest techniques to the educational team with regard to feeding, activities of daily living, pre-writing, pre-cutting, and other skills needed for school performance.
- Implement the individualized/small group therapeutic program prescribed by the occupational therapist based on goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with colleagues and parents in order to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective student programs.
- Assist occupational therapist in determining extent to which goals and objectives are being met by collecting and maintaining data on individual student goals.
- Assist therapist in formulating new goals based on data analysis.
Requirements
- PA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license
- Minimum of Associates Degree
- Previous COTA experience preferred
- Ability to travel to three school sites: Doylestown, PA, Levittown, PA, and Media, PA
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- 401(K) With Company Match
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career Development Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.