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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - SSM Health Day Institute (Float) - (M-F 8am-4:30pm)

Select Medical • O'Fallon, IL 62269 • Posted 27 days ago

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The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at SSM Health Day Institute (Neuro Rehab) is responsible for assisting with the implementation of the therapy plan of care under the direct supervision of a licensed OT. This floating position covers O'Fallon IL, Bridgeton, Florissant, Arnold, and Kirkwood, operating Monday through Friday from 8am-4:30pm. The role includes patient care, delegation of supportive personnel, communication with the supervising OT, and participation in patient and staff education.

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.

Qualifications

Required

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

Full Job Description

**Overview**

**SSM Health Day Institute (Neuro Rehab)**

_Floating Position - Full Time_

_*Covers O'Fallon IL, Bridgeton, Florissant, Arnold and Kirkwood*_

**Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)**

_*Monday through Friday - 8am-4:30pm*_

SSM Health Rehabilitation Network's Day Institute Program offers a specialized, outpatient rehabilitation program in a flexible full-day format for individuals who can benefit from a comprehensive approach to recovery, but don't necessarily need rehabilitation in the acute hospital setting.

***Generous benefits package including:**

+ Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage

+ Co-Pays for Physical and Occupational Therapy

+ Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)

+ A 401(k) retirement plan with company match

+ Short and Long Term Disability

+ Personal and Family Medical Leave

+ Clinical Advancement Program

+ Excellent Orientation Program

+ New Grad Mentorship

+ National Continuing Education courses (local and online)

+ Tuition Assistance

+ Student Loan Repayment Assistance

+ Productivity standards that allow for high quality patient care

**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.

**Qualifications**

+ Education: 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

**Additional Data**

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_Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law_ _._

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**Job ID** _292633_

**Location** _US-IL-O'Fallon_

**Experience (Years)** _1_

**Category** _Therapy - Physical Therapy_

**_Street Address_** _821 West Highway 50, Suite 150_

**_Company_** _SSM Health Physical Therapy_

**Position Type** _Full Time_

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