COTA: Patient-Centered Rehab & Education Specialist

Mercy; Lemay (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Lemay, MO is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient care in inpatient Physical Medicine. You will assist with initial assessments, document care, administer modalities, and maintain progress notes under department policy.

Must graduate from an accredited OTA program and hold current licensure or be eligible for licensure in Missouri. BLS certification is required; one year experience is preferred, new grads considered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Current OTA license or eligibility to practice in Missouri.
• BLS certification required; 1 year experience preferred or new grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial patient assessment under supervision per policy.
• Document patient care, progress notes, and treatment course per policy.
• Administer modalities and exercise programs according to departmental standards.
• Maintain progress notes and department records.
• Support department education initiatives.
• Demonstrate knowledge of care for neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by the Inpatient PM Supervisor.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Assessment skills

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Mercy in Lemay, MO is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient care in inpatient Physical Medicine. You will assist with initial assessments, document care, administer modalities, and maintain progress notes under department policy.

Must graduate from an accredited OTA program and hold current licensure or be eligible for licensure in Missouri. BLS certification is required; one year experience is preferred, new grads considered.