Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

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• Assist with initial assessment on each patient upon receiving direction from O.T.R./L. and according to departmental 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 patient according to departmental policies regarding documentation and charges.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors of specific age groups to include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties observed as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Location:

Mercy Hospital Jefferson, 1400 US Highway 61, Festus, MO 63028

Hours/

Schedule:

Per Diem

Days/Rotating Holidays/Weekends

• Education:
  
  Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy 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.

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.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.