The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements established treatment programs under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, documenting patient progress toward goals in the electronic health record. Essential functions include providing age-appropriate therapeutic interventions, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with the therapy team to coordinate care.
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 skills for effective patient and team interaction. No specific prior experience or formal education beyond licensure is explicitly required.
DocumentationWord ProcessingRecord KeepingPatient AssessmentCollaborationPatient EducationData EntryComputer SkillsElectronic Health RecordCritical ThinkingRecords ManagementPatient TreatmentEmailTherapeutic InterventionsAge Specific StandardsEquipment Adaptation
Job description
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Work
Shift: Days (United States of America) Mercy Health About us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. 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 &
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
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Parental Leave
Professional Development
Tuition Assistance
Prescription Coverage
Discounts
Mental Health Resources
Continuing Education Support
FMLA Leave
Backup Care For Children And Elders
HAS/FSA Options
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
None Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/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.
Department
Occupational Therapy - Mercy St. Charles It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, 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 Employer, 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. We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.
