Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Call-In)

REHAB Hospital of the Pacific; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

REHAB Hospital of the Pacific in Hawaii is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support inpatient and outpatient therapy services. You will collaborate with Occupational Therapists to implement individualized treatment plans and help patients regain function and independence.

The position requires Hawaii NBCOT certification as a COTA, completion of an ACOTE-accredited OTA program, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification as a COTA is required.
• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OTA program.
• Strong communication and patient-care skills are essential.

Skills

Mobility management

Verbal and written communication

Patient care

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

Tools

NBCOT certification (COTA)

BLS certification

Job description

Position Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Inpatient and Outpatient) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Senior Therapist, Clinic Supervisor, Therapy Manager, Therapy Director

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you will help to ensure that REHAB patients and their families receive caring and dedicated service at REHAB. You will provide support for the Therapy Department and assist with a variety of services with a commitment to delivering high-quality, comprehensive and innovative inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. Responsible for working with patients to provide therapy outlined in the individualized treatment plans developed by an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). Starting Wage: $30.16 per hour The posted wage is the current starting wage for this position. Actual wage is dependent on the applicant's relevant experience and qualifications for this position. The wage range for this position may be subject to change in the future depending on a variety of factors such as market conditions, business needs, legal developments, and other appropriate factors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification/Licensure: Current State of Hawaii National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification as a COTA Current BLS certification Completion of competencies and other job-related and REHAB requirements.
• Education: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, approved by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) accredited school
• Skills/Experience: Ability to safely and effectively manage patients’ mobility. Ability to clearly communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to safely provide care to patients.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred Affiliation American Occupational Therapy Association Occupational Therapy Association of Hawaii
• REHAB Hospital of the Pacific (REHAB) is Hawaii's only premier, acute-care rehabilitation hospital dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive and innovative inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. Our clinical team of comprehensive rehabilitation experts and specialized programs serve individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities from injury or disease, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, complex orthopedics, chronic pain and more.