Job Title
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Location
Springfield, MO | Inpatient Rehabilitation
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 12 Weeks | Days | Onsite | Monday–Friday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Weekends 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Expected 36 hours/week
Key Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy assistant services within an inpatient rehabilitation facility serving geriatric, adult, and adolescent (13+) patient populations
- Treat patients with diagnoses including neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, debility, and cardiac conditions
- Utilize advanced rehabilitation equipment including EKSO, InMotion UE Robotic, and body weight support systems
- Document patient care and progress using UDS and Epic EHR platforms
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary rehab team to support patient recovery and improve functional ability and quality of life
Required Qualifications
- Active COTA licensure/certification required
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a COTA
- Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience required
- No call requirements or float requirements
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience working with neuro, orthopedic, cardiac, and debility patient populations
- Familiarity with high-tech therapy devices and robotic rehabilitation equipment
- Strong teamwork, communication, work ethic, and professional responsibility
Why Join Us
- Work within a nationally recognized, Joint Commission and CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation setting equipped with cutting-edge therapy technology
- Join a dedicated team of rehabilitation professionals in a facility known for exceptional patient outcomes and a collaborative care environment