Acute Care COTA: Empower Recovery & Growth

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision after day one

401k with employer match

Paid PTO for volunteering

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for

Parental leave

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Acute Care.

You will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess patients and develop individualized treatment plans across all ages, contributing to recovery and independence in a fast-paced, supportive environment. The role requires graduation from an accredited OTA program, current or eligible OT licensure in Missouri, BLS certification, and ideally one year of

Qualifications

• Compassion and professionalism in patient care.
• Strong advocacy aligned with Mercy mission.
• Collaborative team player with a patient-centered approach.
• Good communication with patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment under OT supervision and policies.
• Document progress notes and treatment course per department policy.
• Administer modalities, exercise regimes, or procedures as directed.
• Maintain progress notes and department records on care and charges.
• Participate in department education initiatives.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific care across neonatal to geriatric.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Inpatient PM Supervisor.

Skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Advocacy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Graduate of accredited OTA program

Job description

Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Acute Care.

You will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess patients and develop individualized treatment plans across all ages, contributing to recovery and independence in a fast-paced, supportive environment. The role requires graduation from an accredited OTA program, current or eligible OT licensure in Missouri, BLS certification, and ideally one year of