Job Description

Position Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Inpatient and Outpatient)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Senior Therapist, Clinic Supervisor, Therapy Manager, Therapy Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you will help to ensure that REHAB patients and their families receive caring and dedicated service at REHAB. You will provide support for the Therapy Department and assist with a variety of services with a commitment to delivering high-quality, comprehensive and innovative inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. Responsible for working with patients to provide therapy outlined in the individualized treatment plans developed by an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR).

Starting Wage: $30.16 per hour

The posted wage is the current starting wage for this position. Actual wage is dependent on the applicant's relevant experience and qualifications for this position. The wage range for this position may be subject to change in the future depending on a variety of factors such as market conditions, business needs, legal developments, and other appropriate factors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification/Licensure:

• Current State of Hawaii National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification as a COTA
• Current BLS certification
• Completion of competencies and other job-related and REHAB requirements.

Education:

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, approved by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) accredited school

Skills/Experience:

• Ability to safely and effectively manage patients’ mobility.
• Ability to clearly communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to safely provide care to patients.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred Affiliation

• American Occupational Therapy Association
• Occupational Therapy Association of Hawaii