Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Inpatient Rehab
South Bend, IN
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: COTA Inpatient Rehab

Location: South Bend, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
• Discipline: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Shift: 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (08:00 - 16:30)
• Weekend Requirement: One weekend per month (with weekday flexing to avoid overtime)
• Call Requirement: None
• Floating Requirement: Yes, floating between Acute and Inpatient Rehab (IPR) units
• Holiday Requirement: None
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Locals Accepted: No, candidates must live at least 50 miles away from the facility
• Charting System: Cerner

Required Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in the specialty (COTA)

Licensure & Certifications

• State License: Pending state license accepted
• Required Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
  • ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, NIH Stroke Certification, and others may be required depending on unit (refer to unit-specific job descriptions)
  • Tech Certification Verification as applicable per profession
• Background Check: Required within 90 days of start, covering last 7 years and all states lived/worked in
• Education Verification: Required (diploma or transcripts)
• Drug Testing: Negative 12-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Physical Exam: Required
• TB Testing: Negative 2-step PPD or Qgold within 1 year of start (T-Spots not accepted)
• Immunizations:

  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Titer or 2 vaccines; booster if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, series, or declination
  • Varicella: Titer or 2 vaccines; booster if low titer
• Flu Vaccination: Required for flu season (October–May) or approved medical/religious exemption prior to start
• COVID-19 Vaccination: Medical and religious exemptions accepted with proper documentation

Additional Requirements

• Must complete facility-specific modules prior to start (approx. 8-10 hours)
• Facility requires a clear, passport-style photo for badge
• Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement must be signed prior to start
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific documentation and training requirements

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Floating between units requires flexibility and adaptability.

This position is ideal for a COTA with at least 1 year of experience seeking a travel contract in an inpatient rehab setting with a structured schedule and no call requirements.