Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) / PRN

Select Medical • Memphis, TN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Specialty Hospital - Memphis East is a critical illness recovery hospital providing inpatient post-ICU care to chronically and critically ill patients who need 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). This is a PRN/per-diem, as-needed position in Memphis, Tennessee, located inside Baptist East, with weekday-only scheduling and compensation of $40.00 per hour. The hospital offers an extensive orientation program, and strong performance may lead to potential full-time opportunities. Part-time and per-diem employees may qualify for 401(k) eligibility after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or 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.

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 OT.
• 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 for advancement to full-time opportunities.
• Benefits supporting 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 subsequent calendar year.

What This Job Offers

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