Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Acute Care

Occupational Therapist Outpatient

Schedule: Variable shifts: 5x8 day shifts - Guaranteed Hours: 72 hours per 2 weeks

Assignment Details: Assignment Length: 13 weeks

Requirements: Minimum 1 year clinical experience Required Certifications: BLS, NBCOT, AK License Clinical Skills: Acute care and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) training Orthopedic experience: hip/knee fractures and replacements, soft tissue injuries Prosthetics: above-knee, below-knee, upper extremity Splinting: dynamic, functional, static, orthoplast, serial/inhibitory Modalities: TENS, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, biofeedback Other: cardiac rehab, edema management, feeding techniques, hand injury care

Roles & Responsibilities: Evaluate, plan, and implement treatment programs for patients with various conditions. Assist patients in improving their ability to perform daily activities. Work collaboratively with healthcare teams to enhance patient recovery. Document patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.

Compliance / Notes: Facility-provided housing available Move-in window: no earlier than 72 hours before contract start; no later than 24 hours after contract end Pets and additional family members typically not accommodated Unit must be cleaned upon departure