Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN - Rehab Services - Sheridan, MI

## Description

### ***PRN COTA role near Grand Rapids, MI earning $24 - $30+/hour based on years of experience. Flexible schedule with inpatient, outpatient, and rehab experience in a community hospital.***

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# **Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – PRN – Rehab Services – Sheridan, MI**

**Location:** 301 N Main St, Sheridan, MI 48884 (Serving Montcalm County and surrounding communities)

**Organization:** Sheridan Community Hospital

**Department:** Rehabilitation Services

**Schedule:** PRN (as needed; flexible scheduling)

**Pay:** **$24.00 - $30.00+ per hour (based on years of experience)**

**Employment Type:** PRN / As-Needed

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## **Flexible PRN Work with Meaningful Patient Impact**

Sheridan Community Hospital is seeking a **Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)** to support our Rehabilitation Services team.

In this role, you’ll work across **inpatient, outpatient, and short-term rehab (swing bed)** settings—helping patients regain independence and improve quality of life in a supportive, low-pressure clinical environment.

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## **A Convenient Commute from Major Cities**

Sheridan Community Hospital offers a practical alternative to high-volume urban healthcare settings

• **~45 minutes from Grand Rapids, MI**
• **~40 minutes from Big Rapids, MI**
• **~35 minutes from Mt. Pleasant, MI**
• **~60 minutes from Lansing, MI**

Many rehab professionals commute to SCH for a **better work environment, less stress, and more meaningful patient care**.
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## **Why COTAs Choose SCH**

• **Flexible PRN scheduling** that fits your availability
• Earn competitive pay: **$24 - $30+/hour (based on years of experience)**
• Work across **multiple rehab settings (inpatient, outpatient, swing bed)**
• Focus on **quality patient care—not unrealistic productivity quotas**
• Supportive, team-oriented rehab department
• Opportunity to maintain and expand clinical skills

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## **Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Responsibilities**

• Assist in delivering therapy services across:
• Outpatient rehab
• Inpatient care
• Short-term rehab (swing bed program)
• Implement treatment plans developed by Occupational Therapists
• Provide hands-on therapy to improve patient function and independence
• Monitor and document patient progress
• Collaborate with therapists, providers, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Maintain a safe, supportive therapy environment
• Educate patients on exercises and functional therapy activities
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and team training

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## **What We’re Looking For**

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current Michigan COTA license required
• CPR certification required
• One year of experience in:
• Short-term rehab
• Outpatient therapy
• OR inpatient rehab (preferred)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible and adaptable to patient needs and scheduling

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## **What Makes This Role Unique**

• Work in a **22-bed critical access hospital** with strong team collaboration
• Opportunity to treat **diverse patient populations across settings**
• Maintain clinical variety without high-volume burnout
• Be part of a **community-focused hospital where your work is valued and visible**

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## **What to Expect**

This PRN role offers flexible, as-needed scheduling based on patient volume. Ideal for therapists seeking supplemental income, schedule flexibility, or maintaining clinical practice in a supportive environment.

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## **Apply Today**

Join a team that values compassion, quality care, and community connection. Apply today to make a meaningful difference at Sheridan Community Hospital.