Compassionate OT Assistant — Patient-Focused Care

Mercy; Bolivar (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental coverage

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement funds

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support objective assessments and individualized treatment programs across all ages. Under supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will implement treatment plans and document patient progress in line with Mercy Service Standards.

We value compassionate care, teamwork, and professional growth. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and adherence to department policies in a dynamic inpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA 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 certification required and must be current before caring for patients independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial patient assessments under supervision and per departmental policies.
• Document the course of patient care including progress notes and ongoing treatment needs.
• Administer modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures per policies.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records on each patient.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific needs (neonatal to geriatric).
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor.

Education

OTA program graduate

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support objective assessments and individualized treatment programs across all ages. Under supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will implement treatment plans and document patient progress in line with Mercy Service Standards.

We value compassionate care, teamwork, and professional growth. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and adherence to department policies in a dynamic inpatient setting.