Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Select Medical; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Job summary

Regency Hospital - NW Arkansas Springdale is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a per diem role in Springdale, AR. The position requires licensure eligibility and BLS certification, with orientation and potential advancement opportunities.

You will work under an OT, treating patients with complex conditions, documenting care, and participating in ongoing education. Per diem status and 401k eligibility apply after 1,000 hours within the first year.

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

• Treating patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses under OT supervision.
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitoring patient responses and adjusting treatment with OT collaboration.
• Completing documentation per department policies.
• Participating in continuing education seminars and in-services.

Skills

COTA licensure

BLS certified

Job description

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Per Diem* No weekend requirements*

Compensation: $35.00 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

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-AR-Springdale

Job ID 372755

Position Type Per Diem

Experience (Years) 1

Category Occupational Therapy

Company Regency Hospital - NW Arkansas Springdale