COTA - Per Diem

Ernest Health•Greenwood, SC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Greenwood Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a per diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide rehabilitative services to patients with physical impairments. The hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation for conditions including stroke and neurological injuries, post-surgical orthopedic needs, and trauma recovery. The COTA works under the direction of an occupational therapist, monitors patient programs, and records progress for the occupational therapist. The role incorporates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Requirements

Current COTA licensure as required by state guidelines.
Current Basic Life Support/CPR card.
Demonstrated critical-thinking skills, including using logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches.
Understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to move quickly between tasks and prioritize them.
Ability to use appropriate equipment necessary for the job.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct patient-care experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide rehabilitative services to individuals with physical impairments under the direction of an occupational therapist.
Monitor patients’ programs and record their progress for the occupational therapist.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.