Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Per Diem

Select Medical; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital – Birmingham is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Birmingham, AL, to provide patient therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role is PRN/Per Diem with duties including therapy regimens, documentation, and participation in ongoing education.

The successful candidate will hold state licensure or eligibility, and must have or obtain BLS certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

State licensure

BLS certification

Education

COTA certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Birmingham, AL(3rd floor of Brookwood Baptist Medical Center)

Schedule: PRN / Per Diem

Compensation: $39.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital Birmingham is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives — and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.

• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities

• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well well being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.

• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• 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

Location : Location US-AL-Birmingham

Job ID 379512

Position Type Per Diem

Experience (Years) 1

Category Occupational Therapy

Company Select Specialty Hospital – Birmingham