Per Diem COTA: Flexible OT Assistant in Senior Care

BrioHR Pte Ltd; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid breaks

Wellness reimbursement

403b retirement plan

Daily pay

Referral bonus

Employee discounts

Job summary

Chelsea Retirement Community in Chelsea, MI is seeking a Per Diem Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Therapy team on a flexible, per diem basis. You will assist in providing rehabilitative services to elderly residents under supervision of licensed therapists.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience, a current OTA license, and strong communication skills. The role involves lifting up to 35 pounds and occasional holidays/shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Therapy program.
• 1–2 years of related experience.
• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant state license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Works under OT direction to plan, implement, or administer programs.
• Monitors patients' performance in therapy activities and provides encouragement.
• Instructs patients and families in home programs and adaptive equipment use.
• Observes and records patients' progress and maintains records.
• Reports progress to supervisors and performs clerical duties.

Skills

Graduate of accredited Therapy program

1-2 years experience

OTA license

Excellent verbal and written comms

Lift up to 35 pounds

Education

Graduate of an accredited Therapy program

Job description

Chelsea Retirement Community in Chelsea, MI is seeking a Per Diem Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Therapy team on a flexible, per diem basis. You will assist in providing rehabilitative services to elderly residents under supervision of licensed therapists.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience, a current OTA license, and strong communication skills. The role involves lifting up to 35 pounds and occasional holidays/shifts as needed.