Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem
Job ID 326975
Per Diem
2000 Tamarack Road
Newark, OH 43055-1183
Newark, OH 43055-1183
https://careers.selectmedical.com/jobs/2025/04/24/17/01/326975/
Select Specialty Hospital.
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2025-05-20
Job Description
Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Southeast Ohio - Newark, OH
Schedule: PRN - As Needed - Per Diem
Compensation: $32.00 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.