Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN Days

Mercy; Arcadia (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy in Arcadia, OK, seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient assessments and individualized treatment plans across all ages. Work under OT supervision, document care progress, and administer therapies per department policies.

Requires an OTA program graduate with current licensure eligibility and BLS certification. One year of experience is preferred, with tuition support and comprehensive benefits available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure.
• BLS certified.
• One year experience preferred; new graduates may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient under OT supervision and according to policies.
• Document patient care progress notes and treatment needs.
• Administer modalities, exercises, or treatment procedures per policy.
• Maintain progress notes and department records related to care and charges.
• Promote department education and knowledge of age-specific needs.

Skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

Therapy procedures

Education/Support

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

State licensure eligibility

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the general supervision of alicensed Occupational Therapist and according to standards of treatment, assists with objective assessments as well as comprehensive individualized treatment programs for patients of all age ranges, according to departmental policies and procedures. Performs duties andresponsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient upon receiving direction from O.T.R./L. and according todepartmental policies and procedures.
• Document the course of patient care including progress notes and the continuing need for treatment according to departmental policy.
• Administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures according to departmental policies and procedures on standards of treatment care.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records on each patientaccording to departmental policies regarding documentation and charges.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors ofspecific age groups to include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties observed as directed by the Inpatient PhysicalMedicine Supervisor.

Position Details:

Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupation Therapist Assistant program.

Licensure: Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.

Experience: One year experience is preferred but will consider new graduates.

Certifications: BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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