Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN Days

Mercy; Boswell (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our inpatient physical medicine team in Oklahoma. You will assist with initial patient assessments, implement treatment plans, and document progress under the supervision of the OTR/L.

Qualification includes graduation from an accredited OTA program, active COTA licensure or eligibility, and BLS certification. One year of experience is preferred, with opportunities for new graduates to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of an accredited Occupation Therapist Assistant program.
• Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.
• One year experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• BLS certified; certifications must be current before care for patients independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient under direction from O.T.R./L.
• Document the course of patient care including progress notes and continuing need for treatment.
• Administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Perform miscellaneous duties observed as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Patient care

Education promotion

Education

OTA program graduate

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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