COTA- Full Time, Acute Care

Mercy; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will participate in assessments, implement treatment plans, and document progress in a multi-age patient population across inpatient rehabilitation.

Must have an OTA from an accredited program and current or eligible licensure, with BLS certification. Prior experience is preferred; Mercy emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork in a supportive hospital

Qualifications

• Graduate OTA program from an accredited institution.
• Current OTA license or eligibility to practice.
• BLS certification required.
• One year experience preferred; new grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessments under OT supervision.
• Document patient care progress and treatment needs.
• Administer modalities and exercise programs per policy.
• Maintain progress notes and department records.
• Promote education within the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of needs across neonatal to geriatric ages.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Age-specific care

Assessment skills

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy 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 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 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 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.

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.