Occupational Therapy Assistant: Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description:

Join a dedicated team at Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital in Springfield, MO, where you’ll play a vital role in helping patients recover from significant neurological and orthopedic conditions. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support inpatient rehabilitation for geriatric and adult patients, using advanced therapy equipment and engaging in innovative treatment approaches. This assignment offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient progress in a specialized environment that emphasizes functional recovery outside of traditional hospital settings.

The weather around this time tends to be mild with warm days and cooler evenings. Sunshine is common, creating a pleasant atmosphere to enjoy outdoor activities and explore the local sights after work.

• Discovery Center of Springfield: Engage with interactive exhibits and hands-on science experiments.
• Fantastic Caverns: Take a scenic underground tour through this beautiful natural cave system.
• Ozark National Scenic Riverways: Perfect for a day of tubing, kayaking, or canoeing along pristine rivers.
• Wilson’s Creek Battlefield: Explore Civil War history at this well-preserved site with walking trails and exhibits.
• Nearby Branson: Enjoy live entertainment, shows, and family-friendly attractions just a short drive away.

Location:

Springfield, MO

Shift: 8 hour days, 7:00 am – 4:30 pm (weekend hours 7:30 am – 4:00 pm)
Duration: 12 weeks
Weekly

Hours:

36 (Guaranteed)
Patient Population:
Geriatric and adult patients, with no younger than 13
Unit Features:
Brain injury and stroke care units, advanced therapy equipment, private rooms, outdoor healing garden, and specialized therapy spaces. Diagnoses treated include neuro, ortho, debility, and cardiac conditions. The unit maintains a patient ratio of 7 to 1, with a focus on improving functional ability and quality of life.