Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; COTA - Per Diem

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Springfield, Missouri

Schedule: PRN

Select Specialty Hospital-Springfieldis a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong:
  Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Opportunity for Advancement:
  Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

• Reporting directly to the Occupational Therapist, you will be treating patients with complex needs and challenging diagnoses.
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions as indicated in collaboration with an OT.
• Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Minimum Qualifications

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