Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ascension Health; Sapulpa (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being support

Job summary

Ascension St John Sapulpa is seeking a Rehabilitation Services Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for PRN daytime coverage. You will work under the supervision of an occupational therapist to implement treatment plans and document patient progress.

Qualified candidates will have Oklahoma licensure/certification, BLS, and an appropriate education level. This role supports discharge planning and patient education within a mission-driven health system.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Implement established treatment plans using appropriate modalities.
• Document patient progress and plan revisions as needed.
• Seek consultation as necessary with supervising therapist.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment plans.
• Educate patient and family/caregiver about deficits and progress.
• Provide discharge planning information and adaptive equipment guidance.
• May oversee therapy technicians according to regulations and standards.

Skills

COTA supervision

BLS Provider

Education

High school diploma equivalency

Associate's/Technical degree

4 years of relevant experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Sapulpa, Ok

Facility: Ascension St John Sapulpa

Department/Specialty: Rehabilitation Services

Schedule: PRN, Day Shift

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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 97,000+ 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.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy under the supervision of an occupational therapist.

• Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Document findings of patient progress.
• Seek consultation as necessary.
• Monitor patient's response to treatment plan.
• Communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.
• Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Provide discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.
• May oversee the care provided by therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

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 Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Occupational Therapist Assistant temporary letter will be accepted until license is issued.

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.

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.