The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements established treatment programs under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, documents patient treatment and progress, and provides patient and family education across various settings. Essential functions include providing age-appropriate therapeutic interventions, maintaining accurate records, reporting patient responses to the therapist, and collaborating with the health team on treatment planning.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state of practice and possess basic computer skills, analytical abilities, and strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills for interacting with patients and staff. No specific educational degree or prior experience is explicitly required beyond licensure.
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Occupational Therapy Assistant - St.
Charles Hospital Job Summary: The Occupational Therapist Assistant provides patient treatment under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient electronic health record.
Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education.
This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations.
Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.
Essential Functions: Provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Occupational Therapist and monitors response to treatment.
Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress.
Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Occupational Therapist.
Collaborates with Occupational Therapist and other health team members to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying and coordinating treatment programs.
Assists in assessment of client’s daily living skills and capabilities to determine extent of abilities and limitations.
Designs and adapts equipment in working / living environment.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
None
Required
Licensing &
Benefits
Paid time off
Referral bonuses
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Medical coverage
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
Competitive pay
Prescription coverage
Professional development support
Continuing education support
Discounts
Incentives
403(b) with employer contributions
Mental health resources
FMLA leave
Backup care for children and elders
HSA/FSA options
Certifications: Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH) Certified
Occupational
Therapist
Assistant (COTA) (preferred)
Experience:
None
Skills &
Abilities: Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management. Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families. Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals. Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Training
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What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
