Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant — Real Impact

Mercy; Dardenne Prairie (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition support

Retirement matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our inpatient team in Missouri. You will support initial patient assessments, implement treatment plans, and document progress under supervision.

Your care will span neonatal to geriatric patients within Mercy's clinical standards and policies. The role requires an OTA credential (or eligibility), BLS, and a willingness to collaborate in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupation Therapist Assistant program.
• Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.
• One year experience preferred but will consider new graduates.
• BLS certification is required and must be current before caring for patients independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial patient assessments under supervision and per departmental policies.
• Document patient care progress notes and treatment needs.
• Administer modalities, exercise regimes, or treatments as directed.
• Maintain progress notes and department records for each patient.
• Promote education within the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of needs across neonatal to geriatric populations.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as observed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our inpatient team in Missouri. You will support initial patient assessments, implement treatment plans, and document progress under supervision.

Your care will span neonatal to geriatric patients within Mercy's clinical standards and policies. The role requires an OTA credential (or eligibility), BLS, and a willingness to collaborate in a busy hospital setting.