Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) / PRN

Select Medical • Cleveland, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) works in the Cleveland Clinic Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital–Fairhill in Cleveland, Ohio, providing care to patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses. The hospital addresses medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges associated with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. Inpatient rehabilitation experience is preferred. The role reports directly to an Occupational Therapist and provides individual therapy under the OT’s supervision. This is a per diem position paying $43 per hour. An extensive orientation program is provided, and strong performance may lead to potential full-time opportunities. Part-time and per diem employees may be eligible for a 401(k) after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Inpatient rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment and, in collaboration with an Occupational Therapist, modify treatment during sessions as indicated.
• Complete appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participate in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Benefits

• Extensive orientation program.
• Potential advancement to full-time opportunities.
• Benefits supporting the financial, work/life, and emotional well-being of employees and their family members.
• 401(k) eligibility for part-time/per diem positions after reaching 1,000 hours within the first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed