Occupational Therapist; OTR - Occupational Therapy Assistant - St. Charles Hospital - PRN

Overview

Join Mercy Health for the role of Occupational Therapist (OTR) - Occupational Therapy Assistant - St. Charles Hospital - PRN. Mercy Health is a faith-based, patient-focused organization dedicated to compassionate, collaborative care that respects human dignity and strives for excellence in service to the communities we serve.

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. Services may include outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations as part of the continuum of professional care.

• 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 to the Occupational Therapist.
• Collaborates with the Occupational Therapist and other health team members to plan, modify and coordinate 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 environments.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

• 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)

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• Applies age-specific standards, policies and procedures for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• General computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
• Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
• Ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

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• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance with AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And more (benefits offerings vary by 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.

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• Not Applicable

• Full-time

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• Wellness and Fitness Services
• Hospitals and Health Care

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