OT Occupational Therapist

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Inpatient Rehabilitation (Day Shift) in East Chicago, Indiana.

Location

East Chicago, IN

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Weekend Hours: 1 per month

Job Description

The position is for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation department. You will work primarily with the geriatric patient population, focusing on rehabilitation therapies including strokes and orthopedic conditions.

The facility offers a supportive environment with a patient ratio of 5:1, utilizing the Epic electronic health record system.

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in developing and implementing therapeutic programs.
• Support patients in achieving their personal rehabilitation goals.
• Document patient progress and treatments in accordance with facility guidelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.

Required Experience

Minimum of 1 year experience working with adult populations, preferably within a hospital or rehabilitation setting.

Certifications/Licensure

Current certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) is required.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.