Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Day Institute Float

SSM Health Physical Therapy • Bridgeton, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Physical Therapy is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Float to work in their specialized outpatient rehabilitation program at the Day Institute in Bridgeton, MO. The Day Institute has 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. They utilize a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to build skills and maximize independence. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm position. The COTA Float will be based out of the Bridgeton Day Institute and cover all 10 locations across the St. Louis metro market. 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.

Benefits

• Generous PTO and Extended Illness Days (EID) to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Tuition Assistance
• Clinical Advancement Program
• National Continuing Education courses (local and online)
• Excellent Orientation Program
• New Grad Mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree