Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Impactful Care

Mercy; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Creve Coeur, MO seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will help implement individualized treatment plans across age groups, recording progress and adjusting activities as directed.

This role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with the rehab team. Mercy offers strong benefits, professional growth, and a mission-driven environment where your

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.
• BLS certification required.
• One year experience preferred; new graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessments under OT direction.
• Document the course of patient care and progress notes.
• Administer modalities and treatment procedures per policy.
• Maintain progress notes and department records.
• Promote education within the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific needs from neonatal to geriatric.
• Perform additional tasks as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Initial assessment

Documentation

Therapy modalities

Age-specific care

Education promotion

Education

OTA program graduate

COTA licensure or eligibility

Job description

Mercy in Creve Coeur, MO seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will help implement individualized treatment plans across age groups, recording progress and adjusting activities as directed.

This role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with the rehab team. Mercy offers strong benefits, professional growth, and a mission-driven environment where your