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Select Medical Holdings

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Hand Therapy

Select Medical Holdings, Kissimmee, Florida, United States, 34741

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant For Hand Therapy

Calling local certified occupational therapy assistants (COTA) looking for per diem hours! Check out Select Physical Therapy in Kissimmee, FL! We are seeking per diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants with one year of experience in hands preferred or new OTA graduate with fieldwork hand experience. Opportunity to work with an OT/CHT. Center is open 8-7 M-F, hours will vary based on center needs. Opportunity to pick up more hours if willing to cover other centers when needed (within 30 minute drive). COTA will treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains-strains, post-operative fractures, etc. Our population is primarily orthopedic injuries with referrals from hand and orthopedic surgeons. Hours Needed: As Needed Mon - Fri Compensation: Starting at $26+/hr. Hourly rate calculated by experience. Responsibilities

Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients. Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services. Observe, note, and report on the progress of long and short-term treatment goals Ensure proper documentation of patient care. Maintain professional standards through compliance with quality assurance policies/procedures as well as applicable regulations and corporate policies Qualifications

Must be a graduate of an ACOTA accredited occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program National registration and state COTA licensure or registration REQUIRED Must have previous experience working with hand therapy patients Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification Valid state driver's license Additional Data

Fostering Well-Being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. PRN / Part-time positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time and PRN employees.