Per Diem COTA—Rehab Care & Patient Impact

Ernest Health, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem - COTA for Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, OH. The role involves providing rehabilitative services under the supervision of an occupational therapist to support stroke recovery and spinal/brain injury rehabilitation.

The position requires current COTA licensure and BLS/CPR; prior rehab hospital experience is preferred. Join a multidisciplinary team within a renowned rehab facility committed to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a COTA required per state guidelines.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR card required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
• Demonstrates critical thinking: identify strengths/weaknesses of solutions.
• Knowledge of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of an occupational therapist, provides rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments.
• Monitors the patient's program and records patient's progress for the occupational therapist.
• Integrates the hospital's mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Skills

COTA licensure

BLS/CPR certification

Direct patient care

Communication skills

Job description

Ernest Health, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem - COTA for Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, OH. The role involves providing rehabilitative services under the supervision of an occupational therapist to support stroke recovery and spinal/brain injury rehabilitation.

The position requires current COTA licensure and BLS/CPR; prior rehab hospital experience is preferred. Join a multidisciplinary team within a renowned rehab facility committed to patient-centered care.