Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-Elkader

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Elkader (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patient care under supervision. The COTA screens, assesses and provides occupational therapy treatment for patients across ages from infants to geriatrics, within a 25-bed critical access hospital setting.

You will collaborate with the OTR, participate in evaluations, and contribute to individualized care plans.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification
• Associate degree from an accredited program

Responsibilities

• Screen, assess and provide OT treatment under supervision of an OTR.
• Assist the OTR in evaluations and contribute to patient care plans.

Skills

COTA supervision

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital, which provides a vital lifesaving link to rural communities in Clayton County and surrounding areas through ambulance and emergency services. MercyOne is committed to providing quality, personalized and safe health care close to home. The emergency department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week with board certified physicians and advanced level practitioners who are well-trained to treat emergency needs. MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is certified as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Iowa Department of Public Health. Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at MercyOne, you will be under general supervision of OTR, the COTA screens, assesses, implements and provides occupational therapy treatment for patients. The COTA assists the OTR in the evaluation process. Possesses the skills necessary to provide direct patient care specific to each age group in accordance with departmental policy. The age of the patients served range in age from infants to geriatrics.

Schedule

Day shift 20 hrs a week

General Requirements

• Certification through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NCBOT)
• Associate degree as Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program
• Licensure (or eligibility for licensure) by the State of Iowa to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.