Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital – Wheeling • Wheeling, WV

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Specialty Hospital - Wheeling is bringing its therapy services in-house and is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join its new therapy department. The hospital provides inpatient post-ICU care to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. The COTA treats patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The position is per diem, Monday through Friday, at $33.00 per hour.

The hospital offers an extensive orientation program to support a smooth transition into the setting. Strong performance and dedication may lead to potential full-time opportunities. Part-time and per-diem employees may qualify for 401(k) participation after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year, and have access to the employee assistance program.

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.

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.
• 401(k) eligibility for part-time/per-diem employees upon reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year.
• Employee assistance program for part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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