Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute Care Therapy - Part Time

coxhealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support acute therapy services. You will execute the plan of care outlined by the supervising therapist, aiming to improve functional movement and independence in daily tasks.

Join a team focused on learning, mentorship, and collaboration in a fast-paced hospital setting with a daytime shift and 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• No prior experience required.
• License for Occupational Therapy Assistant active in Missouri

Responsibilities

• Carry out the plan of care as outlined by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Improve functional movement and independence with daily tasks.
• Involve in therapeutic exercise and activities, ADL training, fine motor skills and coordination, physical agents/modalties, and patient education.

Skills

Good clinical expertise

Communication skills

Human relations skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Continuing education-minded

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

Facility:

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department:

1089 Acute Therapy South

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Hours:

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times.

Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group .

Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.

Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description:

Job Description Summary

Overview of Unit/Department

Acute Care at Cox South Hospital's main campus is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where therapists make a meaningful impact every day. Working across units like the ICU and medical-surgical floors, you'll gain diverse clinical experience while continuing to grow your skills. We offer a strong mentorship program to support new graduates and those new to acute care, along with a collaborative culture where teamwork is key. It's a great place to learn, feel supported, and build a rewarding career.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 20 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• Clinical Ladder up to $5,000

A Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant has the responsibility to carry out the plan of care as outlined by the supervising Occupational Therapist. This plan of care is designed to improve functional movement and independence with daily tasks through activities that will decrease pain, improve strength, range of motion, endurance, and coordination. The primary functions are to perform patient related activities, including delegated procedures that are commensurate with his/her educational skill and training. These activities may include therapeutic exercise and activities, ADL training, fine motor skills and coordination, physical agents / modalities, and patient education. The incumbent has the responsibility for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of Occupational Therapy services.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Experience:

• No prior experience required

Skills:

• Good clinical expertise, communication skills, human relations skills and organizational skills required.
• Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required
• Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Required: License for Occupational Therapy Assistant active in the state of Missouri