COTA - PT MATTHEWS

St. Bernards Medical Group; Jonesboro (AR); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist Assistant at St. Bernards Medical Group assists occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures, contributing to patient progress.

Requires Arkansas OTA licensure and CPR certification; the role involves helping develop treatment plans, carrying out routine functions, and documenting progress while demonstrating strong communication, problem solving, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Arkansas as an OTA and CPR certified.
• Prefer one year of OTA experience; strong clinical judgment and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist OTAs in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures.
• Assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document progress.

Skills

Clinical skills

Good judgment

Problem solving

Oral communication

Written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Arkansas OTA licensure

CPR Certification

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

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  Education

  
  
  
  
  • Must be licensed in the State of Arkansas as an Occupational Therapist Assistant. CPR certified.
  
  
  
  


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  Experience

  
  
  
  
  • Prefer one year of Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant experience. Sound clinical skills and demonstrated good judgment. Ability to problem-solve and plan effectively. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills.
  
  
  
  


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  Physical

  
  
  
  
  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
  
  
  • Requires physical strength to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to work required schedule. Hearing within normal range. Frequent sitting, stooping, standing, walking, bending, pushing/pulling up to 250 pounds, and carrying up to 35 pounds, and lifting up to 100 pounds.
  
  
  
  

JOB SUMMARY

The Occupational Therapist Assistant assists occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments.