Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN Days

Mercy; Choctaw (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support therapy services across all age groups. You will assist with patient assessments, administer treatment modalities, and document progress under supervision.

The role emphasizes education within the department and collaboration with the care team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will hold an OTA license, have BLS certification, and show flexibility to work with neonatal through geriatric patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Current license or eligibility for licensure as OTA.
• One year experience preferred but open to new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial patient assessments under OT supervision.
• Document patient care, progress notes, and treatment needs.
• Administer modalities, exercise regimes, or treatments per policy.
• Maintain patient records and progress documentation for charges.
• Promote education within the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of needs across neonatal to geriatric ages.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Assessment skills

Documentation

Education promotion

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Age group knowledge

Education

OTA program graduate

Tools

BLS certified

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 patient according 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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