Occupational Therapist Assistant

MercyOne; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

MercyOne is hiring an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team in the Quad Cities area. You will assist licensed therapists across inpatient, outpatient, long-term care, home health, and outreach settings, serving neonatal to geriatric populations.

You will provide treatment under State guidelines, document accurately, and support reassessment activities to ensure high-quality care. A 36-hour week with a day shift is offered, with opportunities for professional growth within MercyOne

Qualifications

• 2 year Occupational Therapy college program or equivalent experience.
• Iowa state license.
• Basic Life Support within 6 months of employment.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in providing treatment to patients in settings that may include inpatient, outpatient, long term care, home health care and/or outreach services in the neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations
• Provide treatment independently according to State practice guidelines
• Be responsible for assisting the therapist in reassessment
• Complete necessary documentation in an accurate and timely manner

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Clinical teamwork

Education

2 year Occupational Therapy college program

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an Occupational Therapist Assistant!

As an Occupational Therapist Assistant at MercyOne, you will:

• Assist occupational therapists in providing treatment to patients in a caring, professional and efficient manner in settings that may include inpatient, outpatient, long term care, home health care and/or outreach services in the neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations
• Provide treatment independently according to State practice guidelines
• Be responsible for assisting the therapist in reassessment
• Complete necessary documentation in an accurate and timely manner

Schedule:

• 36 hours a week

• Day shift

Requirements:

• 2 year Occupational Therapy college program or equivalent experience

• Iowa state license

• Basic Life Support within 6 months of employment

• No experience required

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.