Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Day Institute Float

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) FloatSSM Health Physical Therapy Day Institute Bridgeton, MO Full Time Monday through Friday - 8am-4:30pmSSM Health Day Institute is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work in our specialized outpatient rehabilitation program. We 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. We take a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to build skills and maximize independence. If you like working in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are passionate about helping the neurological and medically complex patient, apply today to explore a new career opportunity with us!This is a float position based out of the Bridgeton Day Institute and cover the 10 locations across the entire metro St. Louis market.Generous benefits package including:Generous PTO and Extended Illness Days (EID) to maintain a healthy work-life balanceComprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental planCompany-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protectionStudent Loan Repayment AssistanceTuition AssistanceClinical Advancement ProgramNational Continuing Education courses (local and online)Excellent Orientation ProgramNew Grad MentorshipResponsibilitiesUnder 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.QualificationsEducation: 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) certificationEqual Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans