Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Select Specialty Hospital - Willingboro • Willingboro Township, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital providing inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) treats patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT), contributing to compassionate, excellent care throughout their recovery. The position is per diem, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 8 a.m.–4 p.m. as needed, at the Willingboro, New Jersey location. Compensation is $35 per hour.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment and modify treatment during sessions as indicated, in collaboration with an Occupational Therapist.
• 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 to support transition into the setting.
• Potential advancement to full-time opportunities.
• Benefits supporting financial, work/life, and emotional well-being for employees and their family members.
• Per diem employees are eligible for a 401(k) after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed