Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

About the role

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital dedicated to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronically ill patients. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) are integral in delivering compassionate care to patients during their most vulnerable moments.

Responsibilities

• Treating patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens.
• Maintaining patient safety and ensuring effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitoring patient responses to treatment and making necessary adjustments during sessions in collaboration with an OT.
• Completing all necessary documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required or as required by state regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Completion of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Passing scores on the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records and other relevant software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plans.
• Earn up to $44.00 per hour depending on years of experience.
• Generous paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan and life and disability protection.
• Student debt benefit program.

Pay

• $27.00-44.00 per hour based on years of experience.

Schedule

• Full-time weekday shifts Monday - Friday.