Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Select Medical; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Rehabilitation Hospital in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. You will work under an OT to deliver patient-centered therapy for brain and spinal injuries, orthopedic issues, and other complex conditions.

We offer a comprehensive orientation, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive, mission-driven environment that values patient outcomes and collaboration with a large

Qualifications

• Must have current state licensure or eligibility as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• BLS certification or completion within 90 days of employment, as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient therapy regimens under the supervision of an OT.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust treatment plans accordingly with OT collaboration.
• Complete documentation per department policies and procedures.
• Participate in education seminars and in-services.

Skills

State licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Hospital Name: Banner Rehabilitation HospitalPartnership with Select MedicalPosition: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)Location: Peoria, AZSchedule: Full-time 8 hour shifts / 5 days per week

Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

At our company, we support your career growth and personal well-being.

• Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO and Paid Sick Time for full-time team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, employee assistance program (EAP), and dental plan offerings for full-time team members
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full-time team members
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

As a COTA you will be reporting directly to the Occupational Therapist, you will be treating patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses.

• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions as indicated in collaboration with an OT.
• Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required or as required by state regulations.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans