Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Select Medical•Miami Lakes, FL
About The Position
Select Specialty Hospital - Miami Lakes is a critical illness recovery hospital providing inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, 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), providing compassionate care throughout recovery. This is a full-time position in Miami Lakes, Florida, paying $30.47–$41 per hour based on experience, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Requirements
- Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Certified BLS certification, 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
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities
- Clinical ladder program
- Student debt benefit program
- Medical and prescription coverage
- Health, vision, and dental plans
- Generous paid time off
- Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan
- Life and disability protection
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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