Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Day Institute- PRN

Select Medical • Lake Saint Louis, MO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Physical Therapy Day Institute is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to work in their specialized outpatient rehabilitation program. They have 10 centers across the St. Louis Metro area serving individuals recovering from a traumatic injury or illness who no longer require 24-hour nursing or acute rehabilitative care. The program takes a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to build skills and maximize independence. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is passionate about helping neurological and medically complex patients.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in a OT Assistant program required.
• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) required.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed OT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care.
• Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services.
• Consistently communicates with supervising OT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
• Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree