COTA – OT Progress & Discharge Support (PRN)

Ascension; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling resources

Job summary

Ascension's Saint Agnes Ascension in Baltimore, MD seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to implement treatment plans and monitor patient progress. The role involves educating patients and families, assisting discharge planning, and may supervise Therapy 3-Technicians under regulatory standards.

You will work within the Occupational Therapy Department on a rotating/PRN schedule, contributing to a compassionate Catholic health system that supports growth and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 1 month of hire (AHA or Red Cross accepted).
• NBCOT or Maryland-accepted COTA credential preferred as applicable.
• COTA credentialed from NBCOT required prior to hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Implements established treatment plans and documents patient progress; seeks consultation as needed.
• Monitors patient responses and communicates progress and potential goal revisions to the occupational therapist.
• Educates patients and families about deficits; assists discharge planning and information on adaptive equipment and community resources.
• May oversee care provided by Therapy 3-Technicians according to regulations and standards.

Skills

BLS Provider

Patient education

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Ascension's Saint Agnes Ascension in Baltimore, MD seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to implement treatment plans and monitor patient progress. The role involves educating patients and families, assisting discharge planning, and may supervise Therapy 3-Technicians under regulatory standards.

You will work within the Occupational Therapy Department on a rotating/PRN schedule, contributing to a compassionate Catholic health system that supports growth and patient-centered care.