Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – Rehabilitation Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Days, 5 days/week including possible 1 weekend day, 7-day departmental coverage – Relocation Candidates Welcome
Location: Hilo, HI
Duration: 13 Weeks
Specialty: Rehabilitation Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Shift Time: Days, 5 days/week including possible 1 weekend day, 7-day departmental coverage
Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours/Week
Start: 12/14/2026
We are seeking an experienced Rehabilitation Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join a skilled nursing facility (snf) / intermediate care facility (icf) in Hilo, HI. In this role, you will work alongside a collaborative therapy team to deliver high-quality rehabilitative care and help patients regain independence in their daily activities. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes in a dynamic Rehabilitation setting.
Key Responsibilities
• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and activities designed to improve functional performance and independence
• Document patient progress, treatment sessions, and goal attainment accurately in the electronic medical record
• Educate patients and family members on adaptive techniques and use of assistive devices
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to coordinate and adjust patient care plans
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition or functional status to the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Assist with discharge planning by recommending home exercise programs and community resources
✅ Requirements
• Active HI COTA license
• BLS/BCLS, State of Hawaii COTA license certifications
• 2+ years of Rehabilitation Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) experience
• Associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current NBCOT certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Pay
Pay range: $1,944 to $2,018 per week.
Travel Rehab COTA package: up to $2,018/week (36 hours) = $32/hour taxable + up to $866/week in travel reimbursements if eligible under IRS tax-home and expense rules.
Local package: $54/hour fully taxable ($1,944/week for 36 hours).
Overtime paid in accordance with applicable wage-and-hour laws and the assignment agreement. Actual compensation varies based on hours worked, assignment terms and travel reimbursement eligibility.