Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 63,369; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Advancement opportunities

401k eligibility (part‑time/per‑diem)

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Davenport, Iowa, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for PRN / Per Diem / Weekday shifts. The role offers $40.00 per hour compensation and requires current state licensure or eligibility to practice, with BLS eligibility within 90 days.

You will support OT-led patient therapies, monitor progress, and document care under supervision. Join a hospital focused on complex, post-ICU care with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits

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 or as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual patient therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and modify interventions as directed by the OT.
• Complete documentation according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuing education seminars and in-services at department, hospital, and community levels.

Skills

COTA

Education

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a COTA

Job description

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
• 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.

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.