Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,300 to $1,400 per week in Columbus, OH

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Columbus, OH
Agency: Tribal Health
Pay: $1,300 to $1,400 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinician who understands and respects the values of our tribal communities. Together, staff will provide care that meets the needs of the community and offers a meaningful and culturally responsive experience for both patients and their families.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities
• Provide training in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, and toileting
• Instruct patients in the safe and effective use of assistive and adaptive equipment
• Support motor, cognitive, and fine motor skill development
• Monitor patient progress and adjust activities within established treatment plans
• Document therapy sessions accurately and communicate patient progress or concerns to the supervising OT
• Assist patients across the lifespan maintaining or improving independence at home, school, work, or in the community

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications   

• Licensure: Associate degree from ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Clinical Fieldwork hours
• Passing of NBCOT
• State licensure/certification 
• CE for Certification 
• Certifications: BLS (AHA)
• Immunizations: Based on client need
• Experience required: Based on client need
• Schedule: Based on client need

Benefits

Tribal Health Benefits:

· Competitive Pay

· Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

· 401K

· Paid Time off and 11 Federal Holidays

· Student Loan Repayment Assistance

· 100% Company paid tuition to further your education

· Other voluntary benefits; Disability, Critical illness and more

Native American Preference: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with federal law (Title 25, USC Section 472). Form BIA-4432 should be submitted with the application. For more information about Native American Preference in employment please click here.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Tribal Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We value the skills, experience, and dedication that veterans bring to the workplace and qualified veterans are encouraged to apply. Tribal Health is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know by emailing EEOC KNOW YOUR RIGHTS