Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN
Posted Jun 4, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Tell me about a patient you helped become more independent in self-care. What did you do?
What they are checking: Whether they can deliver practical daily living training that makes a real difference.
We are opening a new hospital in Eau Claire. What appeals to you about joining a new team?
What they are checking: Whether they are ready for the change and flexibility of a new facility.
Tell me about a time you worked closely with nursing or PT to help a patient.
What they are checking: Whether they collaborate within the interdisciplinary rehab team.
Tell me about a time you learned a new treatment approach. How did you use it?
What they are checking: Whether they keep growing their skills through continuing education.
What would you do
A patient is too tired to do the session you planned. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they can adapt treatment while still moving the patient toward goals.
You notice a patient is making faster progress than the plan expects. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they report changes to the OT so the plan can be updated.
About the work
How do you carry out an OT plan of care, and when do you check back with the supervising OT?
What they are checking: Whether they work within their scope and communicate with the OT at the right times.
How do you choose adaptive equipment for a patient going home?
What they are checking: Whether they understand which tools help patients do tasks safely and how to teach them.
How do you document your sessions so the OT and team can follow the patient's progress?
What they are checking: Whether they write clear, accurate notes that support the plan of care.
How do you keep patients safe during transfers and bathroom tasks?
What they are checking: Whether they use safe patient handling and guarding techniques.
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