Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Hand Therapy

Select Medical; Carrollwood, Tampa (FL, FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their dynamic team in Carrollwood. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with a focus on hand therapy, treating various upper extremity disorders. You'll collaborate with experienced hand therapists and surgeons, ensuring high-quality patient care through evidence-based practices. If you're passionate about helping patients regain their functional abilities and want to be part of a thriving program, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values growth, stability, and teamwork while making a real difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTA accredited OTA program required.
• Must have 1 year experience in hand therapy or recent fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Optimize functional abilities of patients under supervision.
• Teach clients new approaches and document treatment progress.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Documentation

Task Management

Education

ACOTA accredited occupational therapy assistant program

Tools

CPR certification

Driver’s License

Job description

Overview

Select Physical Therapy in Carrollwood - Tampa, FL

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for Hand Therapy

Calling local certified occupational therapy assistants (COTA) looking for per diem hours! Check out Select Physical Therapy in Carrollwood!! We are seeking per diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants with a minimum of one year of experience in hands for as needed coverage in our outpatient location. In lieu of experience, COTA's who completed hand clinical with Select Medical in 2024, APPLY! We have additional hand therapists on staff able to support an occupational therapist or a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) in our upbeat team environment.

We are seeking an occupational therapist to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains- strains, post- operative fractures, etc. Our population is primarily orthopedic injuries with referrals from hand and orthopedic surgeons.

Best practices and evidence-based programs are utilized for individualized patient care. You will work closely with a (large) group of CHTs, working togetherin the region for support, education and schedule coverage. Our clinics are fully equipped to provide care to patients ranging from post-surgical, non-operative to work conditioning. You will have the opportunity to work closely with excellent hand surgeons. If you are looking for a stable company with an ACTIVE, GROWING and THRIVING national Hand Therapy program, let's talk!

Hours Needed:As Needed Mon - Fri

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients.
• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components
• Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of long and short-term treatment goals
• Ensure proper documentation of patient care.
• Maintain professional standards through compliance with quality assurance policies/ procedures as well as applicable regulations and corporate policies

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an ACOTA accredited occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program
• National registration and state COTA licensure or registration REQUIRED
• Must have previous 1 year experience working with hand therapy patients. In leiu of experience, COTA who completed fieldwork with Select Physical Therapy in 2024 is eligible.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.