Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in East Chicago, IN

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: East Chicago, IN
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) — Travel Contract

Location

East Chicago, IN | Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Days | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Expected 40 hours/week | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy assistant services on a 20-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation unit under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Deliver treatment for patients presenting with common diagnoses including stroke and orthopedic conditions, primarily within a geriatric population
• Maintain a patient caseload at an approximate 5:1 patient-to-therapist ratio
• Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner using Epic EHR
• Participate in weekend coverage as needed, with an expected frequency of approximately one weekend shift per month
• Demonstrate flexibility and a collaborative approach when working within an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team

Required Qualifications

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential required
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a COTA
• Experience working with an adult patient population
• Must meet facility and state licensure requirements for practice in Indiana

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a hospital or acute care setting strongly preferred
• Familiarity with stroke and orthopedic rehabilitation treatment approaches
• Experience with Epic electronic health records

Why Join Us

• This assignment places you in Northwest Indiana with easy access to Lake Michigan beaches, Indiana Dunes National Park, and downtown Chicago — all within approximately 30–40 minutes — making for an exceptional quality of life during your contract
• Work in a structured, well-supported inpatient rehab environment with a defined schedule and a collaborative team culture