Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Job ID 323205

Per Diem

1111 6th Avenue, 4th Floor Main
Des Moines, IA 50314-2610

Job Description

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Schedule: Per Diem / As Needed; Varied Daytime Hours Monday - Friday
Compensation: $31.00 Per Hour

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

Start Strong: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Occupational Therapist, you will be treating patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses.
Conducting individual patient therapy regimens under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT).
Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions as indicated in collaboration with an OT.
Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans