Occupational Therapy Assistant

About the role

Location: Chattanooga, TN
Facility: Alexian PACEDepartment: Occupational Therapy

Schedule

Day | Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Treatment Implementation & Monitoring: Executes established occupational therapy plans using targeted modalities, continuously monitoring patient response and seeking clinical consultation as needed.
• Documentation & OT Collaboration: Tracks and documents patient progress, communicating key findings and potential goal revisions directly to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Patient & Caregiver Education: Educates patients and families on deficits, adaptive equipment selection/use, community support programs, and discharge planning while providing guidance to therapy technicians in compliance with regulation standards.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration Required:
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certified Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (COTA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Work Experience: None required.
• Additional Preference: Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.

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

About Ascension

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.