Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Carmi

Wabashgeneral; Carmi (IL); On-site; USD 30,996 - 38,751; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer contributions to premiums

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(a) plan for employer contributions

Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wabashgeneral in Carmi is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide treatment and support patients across all age groups. Responsibilities include performing standardized procedures under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist and assisting with patient care activities such as exercises and ADLs.

The position offers a full-time schedule, weekends and holidays may be required, and comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an AOTA approved Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum and licensed by the state of Illinois as a COTA.
• CPR Certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized procedures as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide treatment intervention under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist.

Skills

CPR Certified

Physical activity including lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling

Education

Graduated from an AOTA approved Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum

Licensed by the state of Illinois as a COTA

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Carmi

Job Category: REHAB SERVICES

Requisition Number: OCCUP001581

• Posted : May 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Rehabilitation Services
Mt Carmel, IL 62863, USA

• Pay or shift range: $22.50 USD to $28.13 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant skillfully and independently performs standardized procedures as directed and assigned by the Occupational Therapist. Provides treatment intervention as ordered by the attending physician under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist to patients of all ages including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

The COTA helps maintain department statistics and paperwork; assists patients in exercise, ADLs, functional activities, and orthotic fabrication and adjustments; applies occupational therapy modalities; and assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment. The COTA must abide by written dress code as described in hospital and departmental policy and maintain patient confidentiality as described in established policy.

Will rotate weekends and holidays. Approximately 1 weekend every 6 weeks. 1-2 holidays per year.

Requirements

• Graduated from an AOTA approved Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum and licensed by the state of Illinois as a COTA
• CPR Certified
• Continual physical activity including lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling
• May be required to work any day of the week including holidays and weekends.

Benefits Summary

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Free internal prescription program
• Employer contributions to premiums.
• Retirement Plans
• 457(b) plan with employer matching.
• 401(a) plan for employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service
• Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days.
• Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays
• Work-Life Balance
• Other Benefits
• Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses

About Us

At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, “people you know, helping people you love,” we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion.

We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. While we are honored to have received numerous awards recognizing our efforts to be the best, what truly sets us apart is the personalized experience we provide to our patients and their families.

Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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