COTA - PT MATTHEWS

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in the United States seeks an Occupational Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering occupational therapy treatments and procedures.

You may help in developing treatment plans, carry out routine duties, direct activity programs, and document progress in compliance with Arkansas state law. The role requires an Arkansas OTA license, CPR certification, and solid clinical judgment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Arkansas as an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• CPR certification required.
• One year of OTA experience preferred; strong clinical skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to problem-solve and plan effectively.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures.
• Assist in development of treatment plans as allowed by state law.
• Carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document progress of treatments.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Clinical skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Licensed OTA in AR

CPR certification

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education

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

• 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.

• 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.