Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN Days

Mercy; Nicoma Park (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to assist with patient assessments and individualized treatment plans across age groups in our Inpatient Physical Medicine department. You will document patient progress and support education within the team.

The ideal candidate has OTA education, BLS certification, and licensure eligibility, with preference for 1 year of experience. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and a stable, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.
• One year experience preferred but will consider new graduates.
• BLS certification required and current.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient under supervision of OT/RT or supervisor per departmental policies.
• Document the course of patient care including progress notes and continuing need for treatment.
• Administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures per departmental policies.
• Maintain progress notes and department records on each patient per policy.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of special needs across age groups (neonatal to geriatric).
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Skills

Initial assessment

Documentation

Patient care

Team coordination

Education

Associate degree in OTA

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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