Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN

spectrumhealth; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

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On-demand pay program

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Identity protection

Retirement options with match

Job summary

Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital seeks a part-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patients with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial needs. You will work under supervision to implement rehab programs and communicate with the treatment team.

The role emphasizes adherence to documentation standards, patient interaction, and timely charging for services, with a focus on safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• Familiar with industrial rehab and ergonomics.
• COTA NB-COT certified or eligible on hire.
• BLS certification preferred (AHA or ARC).

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment programs for patients with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial dysfunction.
• Interacts with patients and adheres to customer service standards.
• Documents patient treatment according to laws and professional standards.
• Submits charges for services provided and communicates with the treatment team.
• Monitors patient progress and notes observations during treatment.

Skills

Ergonomics

Hand therapy

Team communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy

COTA NB-COT certified or eligible

Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC preferred

Job description

About Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital

Corewell Health Farmington Hills opened on Jan. 19, 1965 as a 200-bed facility known then as Botsford General Hospital. Today, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital is a 305-bed teaching facility with Level II trauma status.

Scope of Work

Under the supervision of the OTR, the COTA implements treatment programs for patients with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial dysfunction. The individual in this position is required to appropriately interact with all patients regardless of age or culture and to adhere to the Beaumont customer service standards. Documents patient treatment according to all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and professional standards of documentation. Submits charges for services provided. Maintains verbal, electronic and written communication with treatment team, including supervising OTR for purposes of goal setting, active problem-solving, treatment and discharge planning. Communicates observations of patient's conditions and reactions to treatment.

Qualifications

• Required Associate's Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university occupational therapy assistant program.
• Familiar with industrial rehab and ergonomics preferred.
• Preferred
• Hands: familiar with U/E hand dysfunction and injuries. Required
• Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified (COTA) - NB-COT National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy certified or eligible Upon Hire required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association preferred Or
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here .

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Farmington Hills Hospital- 28050 Grand River Ave - Farmington Hills

Department Name

Occupational Therapy - Farmington Hills Hosp

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

0.04

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.