Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Select Medical; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Quad Cities in Davenport, IA seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide patient-focused therapy under OT supervision. Per Diem shifts with weekday options offer a chance to join a dedicated team delivering high-quality care.

Responsibilities include implementing therapy plans for patients with complex needs, documenting progress, and contributing to ongoing education while maintaining licensure and BLS requirements.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a COTA.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment or as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Reporting directly to the OT, you will be treating patients with complex needs.
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens under supervision of an OT.
• Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying as indicated with OT input.
• Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Skills

Licensure/eligibility

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Davenport, Iowa

Schedule: PRN / Per Diem / * Weekday shifts available*

Compensation: $40.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital 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-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-IA-Davenport

Job ID 371410

Position Type Per Diem

Experience (Years) 1

Category Occupational Therapy

Company Select Specialty Hospital - Quad Cities