COTA- Full Time, Acute Care

Mercy; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient care across neonatal to geriatric populations under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, documenting progress, delivering modalities and exercise programs, and maintaining records. Licensure or eligibility and BLS certification are required; 1 year of experience preferred but new graduates will be considered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.
• BLS certification current.
• One year experience preferred; new graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment under OT supervision.
• Document the course of patient care including progress notes and continued need for treatment.
• Administer modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records.
• Participate in department education initiatives.
• Demonstrate knowledge of care needs across age groups (neonatal to geriatric).
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Assessment skills

Team collaboration

Education

OTA graduate

Tools

BLS Certification

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.

• 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.