Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Health at Ascension St. Francis Hospital in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the Behavioral Health team. You will deliver tailored therapy and collaborate with the OT to adjust plans for patient independence and safer transitions home.

The role is full-time days, requiring a Wisconsin COTA credential and BLS within 30 days of hire. You will mentor therapy technicians and support families throughout the recovery process.

Qualifications

• Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date; COTA credentialed by Wisconsin MB.
• Education: High School diploma with 2 years of experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized, evidence-based therapy to patients.
• Track and communicate patient progress with the OT and revise goals.
• Empower patients and families to manage deficits and transitions home.
• Guide discharge planning, equipment, and community resources for ongoing success.
• Mentor therapy technicians to maintain safety, workflow, and quality care.

Skills

Therapy planning

Patient care

Education

COTA credential (Wisconsin)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Your future role at a glance:

• Location: Milwaukee, WI

• Facility: Ascension St. Francis Hospital

• Department: Behavioral Health

• Schedule: Days | Full-Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver personalized, evidence-based therapy: Implement tailored treatment plans using appropriate modalities to help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.

• Track and communicate progress: Document patient journeys and collaborate closely with the Occupational Therapist to revise goals and adapt treatment plans based on real‑time responses.

• Empower patients and families: Educate individuals and their caregivers on managing deficits, building confidence for a safer transition home.

• Guide seamless transitions: Coordinate discharge planning, recommending adaptive equipment and community resources to ensure ongoing success beyond clinical care.

• Mentor support staff: Oversee therapy technicians to maintain high safety standards, seamless workflow, and quality care delivery across the team.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 26.49

Max Salary 36.93