Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital San Antonio Inc.; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for the Southeast Ohio/N Newark area on a PRN - per diem - weekday shifts basis. The role reports to an Occupational Therapist and focuses on providing compassionate, high-quality inpatient care to patients with complex needs.

Responsibilities include conducting individual therapy regimens, monitoring progress, and completing necessary documentation.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• BLS certification required or completed within first 90 days of employment per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and modify therapy as indicated.
• Complete documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuing education seminars and in-services.

Job description

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Southeast Ohio - Newark, OH

Schedule: PRN - As Needed - Per Diem - Weekday Shifts

Compensation: $32.00 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: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) 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
• 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.