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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Acute Rehabilitation Hospital | Full-Time | Permanent
Join a Leading Healthcare Organization!
A respected healthcare organization is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join its team at an acute rehabilitation hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated therapy professional who enjoys helping patients regain independence, improve daily functioning, and achieve meaningful rehabilitation goals.
Position Highlights
- Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
- Setting: Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital
- Employment: Full-Time, Permanent
- Schedule: To be discussed
- Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
- Additional Incentives: Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus, if applicable
Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
- Assist patients recovering from strokes, neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, surgery, and other disabling illnesses or injuries.
- Help patients improve activities of daily living (ADLs), including dressing, bathing, grooming, mobility, and functional independence.
- Implement individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
- Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques, safety, and the use of assistive equipment.
- Document treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately in the medical record.
- Collaborate with occupational therapists, physical therapists, nursing staff, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members.
- Support patients in achieving rehabilitation goals and preparing for a safe discharge.
Qualifications
- Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Current NBCOT certification as a COTA, as applicable.
- Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of practice.
- Experience in inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, or another clinical setting preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
- Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Work with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.
- Help patients make meaningful progress toward greater independence.
- Build your career within a collaborative clinical environment.
- Competitive compensation and potential additional incentives.
Interested in learning more?
Contact us today for additional details about this permanent opportunity and the compensation package.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.