Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Per Diem

Mercy; O’Fallon (MO); In loco; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Descrizione del lavoro

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient assessments and individualized treatment plans across all ages. You will help document progress, apply treatment modalities, and maintain accurate records under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

Ideal candidates have OTA credentials, a current or eligible license, and BLS. Experience is preferred but new graduates are welcome to apply as part of a collaborative, patient-centered care team.

Competenze

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

Mansioni

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient under OT supervision and departmental policies.
• Document course of patient care including progress notes and treatment needs.
• Administer modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures per policy.
• Maintain progress notes and department records on each patient.
• Participate in department education and knowledge sharing.
• Demonstrates knowledge of needs across neonatal to geriatric age groups.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor.

Conoscenze

Initial assessment

Documentation

Therapy modalities

Patient care

Formazione

OTA program

Descrizione del lavoro

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the general supervision of alicensed Occupational Therapist and according to standards of treatment, assists with objective assessments as well as comprehensive individualized treatment programs for patients of all age ranges, according to departmental policies and procedures. Performs duties andresponsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

• - Assist with initial assessment on each patient upon receiving direction from O.T.R./L. and according to departmental policies and procedures.
• - Document the course of patient care including progress notes and the continuing need for treatment according to departmental policy.
• - Administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures according to departmental policies and procedures on standards of treatment care.
• - Maintain progress notes and departmental records on each patientaccording to departmental policies regarding documentation and charges.
• - Participate in promoting education within the department
• - Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors ofspecific age groups to include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• - Perform miscellaneous job duties observed as directed by the Inpatient PhysicalMedicine Supervisor.

Position Details:

Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupation Therapist Assistant program.
Licensure: Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.
Experience: One year experience is preferred but will consider new graduates.
Certifications: BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently.

Why Mercy?

• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

keyword(s): COTA