Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ascension • Milwaukee, WI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for an Occupational Therapy Assistant at Ascension St. Francis Hospital in Milwaukee, WI, within the Behavioral Health department. The position is full-time, working day shifts. The Occupational Therapy Assistant will deliver personalized, evidence-based therapy by implementing tailored treatment plans using appropriate modalities to help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life. They will track and communicate progress by documenting patient journeys and collaborating closely with the Occupational Therapist to revise goals and adapt treatment plans based on real-time responses. The role also involves empowering patients and families by educating individuals and their caregivers on managing deficits, building confidence for a safer transition home. Additionally, the Occupational Therapy Assistant will guide seamless transitions by coordinating discharge planning, recommending adaptive equipment and community resources to ensure ongoing success beyond clinical care. Finally, they will mentor support staff by overseeing therapy technicians to maintain high safety standards, seamless workflow, and quality care delivery across the team.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Implement tailored treatment plans using appropriate modalities to help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.
• Document patient journeys and collaborate closely with the Occupational Therapist to revise goals and adapt treatment plans based on real-time responses.
• Educate individuals and their caregivers on managing deficits, building confidence for a safer transition home.
• Coordinate discharge planning, recommending adaptive equipment and community resources to ensure ongoing success beyond clinical care.
• Oversee therapy technicians to maintain high safety standards, seamless workflow, and quality care delivery across the team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

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