Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Hand Therapy

Part-time

Select Medical

Fort Myers, FLPart-time$35/hrSeen 4w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$35/hr

Location

Fort Myers, FL

Schedule

Part-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified Occupational Therapy AssistantNational Registration And State COTA LicensureCPR CertificationValid State Driver’s License

Job overview

Select Medical is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Hand Therapy. Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide per diem coverage within its outpatient hand therapy program in Fort Myers, Florida. The role offers PRN scheduling, a $35 per hour rate, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive outpatient setting.

Key focus areas include Assist patients with upper extremity and orthopedic conditions, including tendon injuries, fractures, sprains, and post‑surgical diagnoses., Deliver care under the direction of the supervising therapist., and Collaborate with experienced hand therapists and Certified Hand Therapists..

Important skills include Hand Therapy. Preferred (not required): Upper Extremity Rehabilitation, Orthopedic Condition Treatment, Patient Education, and Documentation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hand TherapyUpper Extremity RehabilitationOrthopedic Condition TreatmentPatient EducationDocumentationQuality Assurance ComplianceCollaboration

Qualifications

Certified Occupational Therapy AssistantGraduate of ACOTA Accredited OTA ProgramNational Registration and State COTA Licensure1 Year Hand Therapy ExperienceCPR CertificationValid State Driver’s License

Benefits

401(k) Match

Full job description

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Hand Therapy (Per Diem)

Location: Ft. Myers, FL

Schedule: PRN, Monday-Friday as needed

Pay: $35/hour

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide per diem coverage within our outpatient hand therapy program in Ft. Myers.

Qualifications:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Minimum one year of hand therapy experience
In lieu of experience, new graduates considered with recent hand therapy fieldwork experience

Responsibilities:

Assist in the treatment of patients with upper extremity and orthopedic conditions, including tendon injuries, fractures, sprains, and post-surgical diagnoses
Deliver care under the direction of the supervising therapist
Collaborate with experienced hand therapists and Certified Hand Therapists (CHTs)

Join a nationally recognized rehabilitation organization with a strong hand therapy network, established physician relationships, and opportunities to work alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive outpatient setting.

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 1 year current working experience with hand therapy patients. In lieu of experience, new grad COTAs with fieldwork in hand therapy with Select Medical would be eligible.
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Valid state driver’s license

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Part Time/PRN Perks: