Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Regency Hospital Company; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 42,051 - 59,891; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for Advancement

401k eligibility for part-time positions

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in East Chicago is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide compassionate care to critically ill patients. In this role, you will execute individual therapy regimens under supervision and monitor patient responses to treatment. You must be licensed or eligible for state licensure and certified in BLS. The position offers a structured orientation program, opportunities for advancement, and benefits that support employees' well-being.

Qualifications

• Must possess current state licensure or be eligible as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) or complete within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients with complex needs under OT supervision.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments as needed.
• Document therapy progress according to policies.
• Engage in continuing education seminars.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Patient therapy regimen execution

Monitoring and adapting treatment

Education

Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified BLS

Job description

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: East Chicago, Indiana

Schedule: Monday-Friday; no weekends/holidays

Compensation: $37.00 per hour

Regency 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.