Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Diverse Care

Mercy; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Missouri to support objective assessments and individualized treatment plans under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will assist with initial assessments, document patient progress, and administer care modalities following Mercy policies and standards.

Must be a graduate of an accredited OTA program with current license or eligibility in Missouri.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current license as OTA or eligibility to practice in Missouri.
• BLS certification required.
• One year of experience preferred; new graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial patient assessments under supervision.
• Document course of patient care including progress notes and treatment needs.
• Administer modalities, exercises, or treatment procedures per policies.
• Maintain progress notes and department records on each patient.
• Promote education within the department and collaborate with team.
• Demonstrate knowledge of care needs across neonatal to geriatric age groups.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

Treatment administration

Progress notes

Education

Graduation from OTA program

Job description

Mercy is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Missouri to support objective assessments and individualized treatment plans under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will assist with initial assessments, document patient progress, and administer care modalities following Mercy policies and standards.

Must be a graduate of an accredited OTA program with current license or eligibility in Missouri.