Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Per Diem

Mercy; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join the inpatient/outpatient Occupational Therapy team in Missouri. Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will perform initial assessments, document patient progress, and implement treatment plans across pediatric to geriatric populations.

You’ll maintain records and support departmental education, contributing to Mercy's mission of compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Performs initial assessments and documents progress
• Maintains progress notes and treatment records
• Administers modalities and exercise regimes per policy
• Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific needs across neonatal to geriatric populations
• Performs miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial patient assessment under OT supervision
• Document course of care and progress notes
• administer treatment modalities and exercise regimes as prescribed
• Maintain departmental records and documentation for charges
• Promote department education and teamwork

Skills

COTA

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program

Job description

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.

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