Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Harbor Health & Rehab; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Health benefits

Flexible schedule

Great team

Job summary

Harbor Health & Rehab in East Chicago, IN is seeking a part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will design and implement individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence and confidence after illness or injury.

You will assist with daily living activities, provide rehabilitation exercises to improve strength and coordination, and collaborate with therapists to modify

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Compassionate, patient-focused mindset critical for resident care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming).
• Provide rehabilitation exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and coordination.
• Modify activities to accommodate cognitive and physical abilities.
• Document patient progress and communicate with the care team.

Skills

COTA Certification

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Part-Time Opportunity

Join Our Team at Harbor Health & Rehab

We are a compassionate healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality care to our residents in East Chicago, Indiana. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you will play a vital role in our rehabilitation team, helping patients regain their independence and confidence after an illness or injury.

About the Role:

As a COTA, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to design and implement individualized treatment plans for our patients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming

• Providing rehabilitation exercises and activities to improve strength, flexibility, and coordination

• Modifying activities to accommodate patients' cognitive and physical abilities

• Documenting patient progress and communicating with healthcare teams

• Collaborating with Occupational Therapists to develop and modify treatment plans

Requirements:

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassionate and patient-focused mindset

What We Offer:

• Competetive Compensation

• Daily Pay

• Robust health and voluntary benefits for eligible full and part-time staff

• The opportunity to work with a great team!