Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Tishomingo, OK)

Mercy; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ardmore, OK is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to assist in the assessment and treatment of patients. This role involves documenting patient progress, administering treatment, and maintaining departmental records. Candidates must graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program and hold a current state license. Benefits include health coverage, PTO, and tuition support for team members working 32+ hours. Join a collaborative team where your contributions matter.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.
• One year experience is preferred but will consider new graduates.
• BLS certified, certifications must be current before working independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient with direction from O.T.R./L.
• Document patient care and progress notes according to policy.
• Administer treatment procedures and modalities as directed.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records on each patient.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrate understanding of needs across neonatal to geriatric ages.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Skills

Knowledge of special needs and behaviors of specific age groups

Documentation and record-keeping

Patient assessment skills

Clinical teamwork

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 patient according to departmental policies regarding documentation and charges.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors of specific age groups to include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties observed as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine 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.
• Job Location: Mercy Tishomingo, OK.

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.