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SSM Health Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OT) - Acute Therapy

Pay: $23–$34.19/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Bridgeton, MO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

Job Description

Overview:

SSM Health Rehabilitation Acute Care DePaul Hospital Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Full-time $23.00-34.19/hour based on experience SSM Health Rehabilitation-Acute Care is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team at The Depaul Ministry of SSM Health. The DePaul Ministry of SSM Health is accredited by The Joint Commission as a Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement and a Comprehensive Center of Excellence for Stroke. We are a Level II trauma center and a Level I STEMI center serving the north and northwest St Louis County area in Missouri and our neighbors to the east in Illinois. Our diverse and progressive therapy department participates in research and program advancement throughout the 450 bed hospital. Teamwork and individualized, compassionate patient care provide a basis for learning and professional development in a community hospital atmosphere. Therapy is provided in the areas of orthopedics, cardiopulmonary, neurology, oncology, general medicine and surgery.

Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of a licensed OT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care. Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services. Consistently communicates with supervising OT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction. Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.

Qualifications:

Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required. Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required or as required by state regulations.

Home Care Requirements:

One or more years of clinical experience and valid state Driver's License.

Additional Data:

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans