Occupational Therapy Assistant Inpatient Rehab

Location: Pensacola, FL | Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart | Department: Inpatient Rehab | Schedule: PRN

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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.

Responsibilities

• Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Document findings of patient progress.
• Seek consultation as necessary.
• Monitor patient's response to treatment plan.
• Communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.
• Provide discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.
• May oversee the care provided by therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

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 Florida Board of Occupational Therapy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

Benefits

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources