Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Tenet Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN to join their team in Memphis, Tennessee. The successful candidate will perform tests, maintain thorough documentation on treatments, and ensure the appropriate use of equipment. An Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance and a State of Tennessee OTA License are required. This position works with patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant is required.
• State of Tennessee OTA License is required.
• Willingness to work with neonatal through geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform selected tests and measurements in consultation with the therapist.
• Maintain documentation on all treatments.
• Ensure appropriate equipment performance prior to each use.

Education

Associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN Days – Tenet Healthcare

Saint Francis Hospital Memphis is a 510-bed acute care hospital dedicated to providing high quality, compassionate care to the Mid‑South community.

Position Summary

Performs selected tests and measurements in consultation with the therapist; maintains documentation on all treatments; assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use. Performs patient treatment as indicated by the treatment plan. Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements. Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency, as applicable. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Education (Required)

Associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant. Active U.S. military service members or veterans: with any military service, training or education verified and credited by an accredited PA program is acceptable.

Experience

None.

Professional Requirement

State of Tennessee OTA License.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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