COTA - Inpatient - La Jolla

COTA - Inpatient - La Jolla Scripps Health tuition reimbursement United States, California, La Jolla Apr 07, 2026 Description This is a full time position working Tu-Sat at Scripps Memorial La Jolla. 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

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated: Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years. Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025. Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications. Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care. We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career. Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology. Join the rehabilitation team at Scripps Memorial as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. 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 The COTA assists in the provision of therapy under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist who shall be responsible for the extent, kind, and quality of the services provided by the COTA through a continuum of care.

This work is performed according to the Board of Occupational Therapy, Code of Ethics, JCAHO/UMQC, Policies and Procedures, and Federal/State regulations. #LI-JS1

Qualifications 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

Job :

Rehab

Primary Location :

Central San Diego County-LA

JOLLA-SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLA

Work Locations :

SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLA

9888 GENESEE AVE LA

JOLLA 92037

Organization :

Scripps La Jolla Hospital

Job Posting :

Apr 7, 2026, 4:53:29 PM

Benefit Status :

FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS

Minimum Rate (USD) : 33.39 - Maximum Rate (USD) : 48.28 In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer. Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.