Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Hand Therapy

Select Medical; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Career Growth

401(k)

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide per diem coverage in our hand therapy program. The role requires at least one year of hand therapy experience, licensure, CPR, and a valid driver's license.

You will work with a supportive outpatient team, treating upper extremity conditions, and collaborating with regional CHTs on education, best practices, and scheduling support; duties include documenting care and achieving treatment

Qualifications

• Graduate of ACOTA-accredited OTA program.
• National registration and state COTA licensure required.
• At least 1 year of hand therapy experience.
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients.
• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of long and short‑term treatment goals.
• Ensure proper documentation of patient care.
• Maintain professional standards through compliance with quality assurance policies/ procedures as well as applicable regulations and corporate policies

Skills

Hand therapy experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

ACOTA OTA program

Job description

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – Hand Therapy (Per Diem)

Location: Punta Gorda, FL

Schedule: As needed, Monday–Friday

Pay Rate: $35/hr

Select Physical Therapy in Punta Gorda is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide per diem coverage in our established hand therapy program. Candidates should have at least one year of recent hand therapy experience.

In this role, you will treat a wide range of upper extremity conditions, including tendon injuries, post‑operative fractures, sprains, and other orthopedic diagnoses. You will work within a supportive outpatient team, alongside experienced hand therapists and regional CHTs who collaborate on education, best practices, and schedule support.

Our clinics offer comprehensive resources for post‑surgical and non‑operative care, with strong referral relationships with local hand and orthopedic surgeons.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients.
• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components
• Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of long and short‑term treatment goals
• Ensure proper documentation of patient care.
• Maintain professional standards through compliance with quality assurance policies/ procedures as well as applicable regulations and corporate policies

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an ACOTA accredited occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program
• National registration and state COTA licensure or registration REQUIRED
• Must have 1 year current working experience with hand therapy patients.
• Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Part Time/PRN Perks:

• Continuing Education : Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
• Career Growth : Access to a nationwide, professional support network
• 401(k) : Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year

Location : Location

US-FL-Punta Gorda

Job ID 370967

Position Type Per Diem

Experience (Years) 1

Category Hand Therapy

Company Select Physical Therapy

Min USD $35.00/Hr.

Max USD $35.00/Hr.