Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA PRN

Vibra Healthcare, LLC.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO and HMO options

Free prescription plans

Dental and Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability Benefits

401K matching

Flexible Spending plans

Tuition reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Rapid City, South Dakota. The role involves providing and directing therapy services, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering compassionate patient care. Candidates must have an Associate's Degree and pass the National Certification Exam. Benefits include medical plans, dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, and a commitment to work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Require an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Must pass the National Certification Examination for COTA.
• Need a valid license to practice as a COTA in South Dakota.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct Occupational Therapy Services to patients.
• Conduct assessments, treatment planning, and related documentation.

Skills

Occupational Therapy knowledge

Professional image projection

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Independent decision making

Computer skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Current BLS certification

Job description

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTH!

Hospital Details

Located in Rapid City, South Dakota, the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills is equipped with 36 inpatient medical rehabilitation beds and 18 long‑term acute care beds. As the region’s new cornerstone of specialized care, our hospital uniquely combines two levels of care under one roof, allowing us to offer comprehensive solutions for patients who’ve suffered a range of debilitating injuries, illnesses, surgeries, and chronic medical conditions. We are dedicated to delivering advanced treatments and compassionate care to help our patients recover and regain their independence.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing and directing Occupational Therapy Services to patients, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Functions under physician’s orders.

Required Skills

• Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Successful completion of National Certification Examination for COTA required.
• Current, valid, active license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra‑approved vendor required.

Additional Qualifications / Skills

• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

At Vibra Healthcare, employees are our priority. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• FREE prescription plans
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet Insurance
• Group legal – provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance

At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, and our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world‑class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top‑quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy, and our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.