COTA- Full Time, Acute Care

Mercy; Concord (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patient assessments and implement treatment plans under OT supervision. The role covers patients of all ages and includes documenting care and contributing to education within the department.

Eligible for licensure or current license as OTA, with BLS certification. One year of experience preferred; new graduates considered. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive inpatient rehabilitation environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Current license or eligible for licensure as OTA.
• One year experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient under supervision.
• Document the course of patient care including progress notes.
• Administer modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures as directed.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records.
• Participate in departmental education and team initiatives.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific needs across neonatal to geriatric.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Skills

Initial assessments

Documentation

Patient care

Age-group knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in OTA program

Job description

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 todepartmental 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.