Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Tenet Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insu

401(k) retirement savings plan with-em

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing ed

Health savings accounts, FSA

Employee Assistance program

Employee discount program

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis, part of Tenet Healthcare, is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient care under the direction of a Registered Occupational Therapist. You will document treatments, track progress, and work across age ranges from neonatal to geriatric with clinical competency.

Eligible candidates may receive an up-to $3,750 sign-on bonus based on eligibility; Tenet participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant
• State of Tennessee OTA License

Responsibilities

• Performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan.
• Documents treatments given with measurements and progress.
• Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency.
• Completes established competencies for the position within the introductory period.

Education

Associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Saint Francis Hospital hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Saint Francis Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Up to $3,750 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility
At the direction of a Registered Occupational Therapist, performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan. Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements. Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.

Responsibilities

• Performs selected tests and measurements in consultation with the therapist; maintains documentation on all treatments; assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use.
• Performs patient treatment as indicated by the treatment plan.
• Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements. Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency, as applicable.
• Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.
• Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education:
    • Associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant, Active U.S. military service members or veterans
    • With any military service, training or education verified and credited by an accredited PA program is acceptable

• Licensure/Certification: State of Tennessee OTA License

Organization Description

Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis is a 479-bed full-service hospital located at 5959 Park Avenue in Memphis, TN.Offering a wide array of medical services, Saint Francis is noted for its many Centers of Excellence, including its Center for Surgical Weight Loss, Joint & Spine Center, Heart & Vascular Center, Chest Pain Emergency Center, and Surgical Services including its Center for Robotic Surgery, Diabetes Center, and Cancer Center.The hospital has been recognized for excellence of care by United Healthcare, CIGNA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Aetna. Saint Francis Hospital serves as an academic training site for University of Tennessee Surgical, Family Practice, and Psychiatric Residents. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the nations oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency. At Saint Francis Healthcare, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team where we strive to be No. 1 in quality, safety and service excellence. Join our team!

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
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