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Healthpro Heritage
Hillsdale, Michigan

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Occupational TherapistPer Diem

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starts at $34/hr

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Job Description

HealthPro Heritage has a great PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity for Hillsdale County Medical Care in Hillsdale, MI.

  • Flexible schedule
  • Skilled nursing setting
  • Amazing Rehab Team!
  • Pay range starts at $34 per hour with consideration for higher rates based on experience level and availability

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.

Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.

Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.

Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

Patient Care & Treatment Implementation: Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e. g., dressing, eating, mobility).

Progress Monitoring & Documentation: Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.

Collaboration & Patient Education: Work with interdisciplinary teams (e. g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.

Therapeutic Activities & Support: Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.

Qualifications

  • Education: Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
  • Certification: Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
  • Licensure: Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Experience: Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$71k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $74k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Ota Jobs

9 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution7 jobs

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<$80k
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$80k-90k
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$94k
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$108k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution9 jobs · 8 employers

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#1

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)Per Diem

Healthpro Heritage · Randolph, New Jersey

$40-$42/hr
#2

Certified Occupational Therapist AssistantPer Diem

Healthpro Heritage · Paramus, New Jersey

$40 hourly
#3

Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

$47-$52/hr
#4

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA

$35-$45/hr
+ 7 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

4.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Hillsdale

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$221k
Median resident rent
$812/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Healthpro Heritage

Hospitals and Health Care
Hunt Valley, MD
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Benefits Package
Growth Opportunities
Flexible Schedule