Occupational Therapy Assistant - Festus, MO, United States - Mercy

    Mercy
    Mercy Festus, MO, United States

    1 month ago

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    Description
    We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.
    Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

    Under the general supervision of alicensed Occupational Therapist and according to standards of treatment, assists with objective assessments as well as comprehensive individualized treatment programs for patients of all age ranges, according to departmental policies and procedures.

    Performs duties andresponsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

    • L. and according todepartmental policies and procedures.
    • Document the course of patient care including progress notes and the continuing need for treatment according to departmental policy.
    • Administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures according to departmental policies and procedures on standards of treatment care.
    • Maintain progress notes and departmental records on each patientaccording to departmental policies regarding documentation and charges.
    • Participate in promoting education within the department
    • Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors ofspecific age groups to include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
    • Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupation Therapist Assistant program.
    Current Missouri license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for Missouri licensure.

    Experience:
    One year experience is preferred but will consider new graduates.
    Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period
    We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
    At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones.

    You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures.

    We're expanding to help our communities grow.

    We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment.