CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Mercy; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the occupational therapy team in delivering patient-centered care, assist with treatment plans, document progress, and educate patients and families.

You will work on dynamic teams, have access to continuous learning, and contribute to meaningful improvements in patient wellbeing while advancing your career. This is a compassionate, collaborative culture where innovation in patient care thrives.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential.
• Experience assisting OT in patient-centered care is preferred.
• Excellent communication with patients and families required.

Responsibilities

• Support occupational therapists in delivering patient-centered care.
• Assist with implementing and monitoring treatment plans.
• Document patient progress and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about procedures, activities, and home programs.

Skills

COTA credential

Team collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Education

COTA certification

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will support occupational therapists in delivering patient-centered care, implement treatment plans, document progress, and educate patients and families. Mercy, a leading Midwest healthcare organization, offers a compassionate, diverse, and collaborative culture where innovation in patient care thrives. You’ll work on dynamic teams, access continuous learning, and contribute to meaningful improvements in patient wellbeing while advancing your career.