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Mercy
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
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What they do
An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$60,677 / year median in Missouri
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Company:
Mercy Location:
Joplin, MO Career Level:
Entry Level Industries:
Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech Description Find your calling at Mercy! Under the general supervision of alicensed Occupational Therapist and according to standards of treatment, assists with objective assessments as well as comprehensive individualized treatment programs for patients of all age ranges, according to departmental policies and procedures. Performs duties andresponsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.- Assist with initial assessment on each patient upon receiving direction from O.T.R./L. and according todepartmental policies and procedures.
- Document the course of patient care including progress notes and the continuing need for treatment according to departmental policy.
- Administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures according to departmental policies and procedures on standards of treatment care.
- Maintain progress notes and departmental records on each patientaccording to departmental policies regarding documentation and charges.
- Participate in promoting education within the department
- Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors ofspecific age groups to include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
- Perform miscellaneous job duties observed as directed by the Inpatient PhysicalMedicine Supervisor.
Position Details:
Education:
Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupation Therapist Assistant program.Licensure:
Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.Experience:
One year experience is preferred but will consider new graduates.Certifications:
BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits- including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.