Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant
South Hill, VA
Ardor Health Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Skilled Nursing

Suffolk, Virginia

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Profession: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Schedule: Full-Time
Contract: Travel Assignment

COTA Opportunity – Suffolk, VA

Ardor Health Solutions is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a Skilled Nursing Facility travel assignment in Suffolk, Virginia.

This is a great opportunity for a COTA who enjoys working with an adult and geriatric rehabilitation population, helping patients regain the functional skills needed to safely complete everyday activities and achieve their highest possible level of independence.

You'll work under the direction of an Occupational Therapist while collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.

Position Highlights

• Skilled Nursing Facility
• Adult and geriatric rehabilitation
• Short-term rehab and longer-term patient needs
• ADL and functional independence training
• Upper-extremity strengthening and coordination
• Transfer and functional mobility training
• Adaptive equipment training
• Safety and fall-prevention education
• Patient and caregiver education
• Collaborative interdisciplinary rehab team
• Great location within the Hampton Roads region

What You'll Do

The COTA will provide skilled occupational therapy treatments under the direction and plan of care established by the Occupational Therapist.

Treatment may include ADL retraining, upper-extremity strengthening, ROM and coordination activities, functional mobility and transfer training, adaptive equipment education, safety training, and therapeutic activities designed to improve patients' independence.

You'll monitor patient response to treatment, communicate progress with the supervising OT, complete timely documentation, and collaborate with PT, PTA, SLP, nursing, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current Virginia COTA license or ability to obtain prior to start
• Current BLS certification
• Strong treatment and patient-care skills
• Comfortable working with adult and geriatric patients
• SNF or skilled rehabilitation experience preferred
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Why Suffolk, VA?

Suffolk is part of Virginia's Hampton Roads region, giving you access to several of southeastern Virginia's most popular communities without having to live directly in the busiest areas.

You'll be within reach of Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Virginia Beach, giving you plenty of options for beaches, waterfront areas, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and weekend activities.

It's a great option for a traveler who wants a coastal Virginia assignment with access to both smaller communities and larger metro areas.

Why Travel with Ardor Health Solutions?

Ardor Health Solutions has been helping healthcare professionals find travel opportunities for more than 25 years and offers:

• Guaranteed weekly per diems — even during approved time off
• Double-time pay for hours worked between the facility's guaranteed hours and 40 hours
• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Weekly pay
• Travel and licensing assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment

Amanda Anson | Ardor Health Solutions