Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus South; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus South in Columbus, OH is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a PRN/Per Diem role. The position offers $32.00 per hour with orientation and opportunities for advancement within a large hospital network.

Work involves treating patients with complex needs under OT supervision and participating in ongoing education. The hospital emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and employee well-being, with eligibility for a 401k plan after a

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligibility is required.
• BLS certification or completion within first 90 days of employment may be required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Treated patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses under OT supervision.
• Conduct individual therapy regimens under supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and modify during sessions in collaboration with an OT.
• Complete documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participate in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Education

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

BLS certification or completion in first 90 days of employment

Job description

Overview

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location:Columbus, OH

Schedule: PRN/Per DiemCompensation: $32.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus Southis 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-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