COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

Southeast Hospital; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy - Chad Colley Rehab Hospital in Fort Smith, AR, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for per diem coverage. Under supervision of a licensed OT, you’ll assist with initial patient assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment plans across age groups.

Responsibilities include documenting progress notes, administering modalities and exercises, maintaining records, and promoting education within the department.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupation Therapist Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient under 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.
• Administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records on each patient according to documentation and charges policies.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupation Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the general supervision of a licensed 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 and responsibilities 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 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 PhysicalMedicine Supervisor.

Position Details

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

Mercy - Chad Colley Rehab Hospital

Fort Smith, Ar.

Qualifications

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 Type: Regular, Part-time

Job ID: JR260844

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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