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SHERIDAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

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

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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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

Apply Today

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