COTA - PT MATTHEWS

St.-Bernards-Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist Assistant at St.-Bernards-Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR, supports licensed occupational therapists in providing therapy services and documenting progress. This full-time, day-shift position requires AR OTA licensure, CPR certification, and good clinical judgment. Prior OTA experience is preferred, with strong communication and basic computer skills emphasized.

Safety-sensitive role; may involve lifting and mobility tasks and adherence to the facility's policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years or older.
• Must be licensed in Arkansas as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and CPR certified.
• Prefer one year OTA experience; strong clinical skills and good judgment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in delivering therapy treatments.
• Assist in development of treatment plans per state law and carry out routine functions.
• Direct activity programs and document patient progress and responses.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving

Judgment

Education

Arkansas OTA license

CPR certification

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Full Time , Day Shift , M-Th 7a-5p, F 7a-12p

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

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.