Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA - Per Diem

Preferred Therapy Solutions; Sharon (CT); On-site; USD 41,328 - 50,971; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off package

Supportive team environment

Continuing education for therapists

Job summary

Preferred Therapy Solutions is seeking a Per-Diem Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) in Sharon, CT. The successful candidate will provide therapy services in a sub-acute nursing rehab setting, collaborating closely with other staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Applicants should possess a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license or be license eligible in Connecticut, along with experience in such facilities. The position offers competitive pay rates ranging from $30 to $37 per hour, with potential for flexible hours and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license or license eligible in Connecticut.
• Experience working in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive therapy services in a sub-acute facility.
• Collaborate with rehab therapists and nursing staff.
• Maintain current Occupational Therapy Assistant license.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Experience in sub-acute/skilled nursing facility

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Overview

Per‑Diem Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) position available in our sub‑acute/skilled nursing rehab department located in Sharon, CT. Once hired as a per diem PTS employee, you may join additional local per diem rosters as desired.

We are owned and operated by therapists.
We focus on appropriate and ethical patient care.
Members of our management team have worked in the position you are interested in.
We understand what therapists need to be successful.
We offer a generous paid time off package for full and part‑time employees.
Our education department helps therapists stay up to date.

Good Faith Rate Range

$30/hr – $37/hr

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub‑acute/skilled nursing facility setting
• Collaborate with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team‑working environment
• Maintain current Occupational Therapy Assistant license or be license eligible to practice in the state
• Use Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and electronic documentation systems effectively
• Pay close attention to detail and maintain timely documentation
• Work well within a team setting
• Be flexible with hours

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license or license eligible in the state of employment
• Experience working in a sub‑acute/skilled nursing facility
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and electronic documentation
• Excellent attention to detail and timely documentation
• Effective teamwork and communication skills
• Flexibility to accommodate varying work hours

The success of our residents relies on the success of our therapists. We provide the highest quality care to help residents reach their highest level of independence.