Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN Days

Mercy; Blanchard (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Blanchard, OK is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support initial patient assessments, document progress, and administer treatments across age groups. The role collaborates with the OT team to ensure quality care per Mercy standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, participating in departmental education, and applying treatment procedures. Licensure or eligibility as a COTA and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited OTA program.
• Current license as COTA or eligible for licensure.
• One year experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient as directed by OT team.
• Document the course of patient care including progress notes and need for continued treatment.
• Administer modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures per policy.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records for each patient.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific needs (neonatal to geriatric).
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

Treatment procedures

Care coordination

Education

Graduate of accredited OTA program

Eligible for Oklahoma COTA licensure

Tools

BLS certification

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 of specific 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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