Occupational Therapy Assistant
Ascension, Appleton, WI, United States
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Job Details
Location:
Appleton, WI
Facility:
Ascension St. Elizabeth
Department/Specialty:
Behavioral Health | Partial Hospitalization Program
Schedule:
Full‑time 0.9 FTE days Monday - Friday | rotating Saturday coverage for inpatient behavioral health unit once every 4‑5 weeks
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
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up‑to‑date details during the hiring process.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Seeks consultation as necessary.
Monitor patient(s) response to treatment plan. Communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.
Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Provides 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.
Minimum Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration
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 Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education
High school diploma or GED required.
Additional Preferences
Experience with children/adolescents and behavioral health strongly preferred.
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Job Details
Location:
Appleton, WI
Facility:
Ascension St. Elizabeth
Department/Specialty:
Behavioral Health | Partial Hospitalization Program
Schedule:
Full‑time 0.9 FTE days Monday - Friday | rotating Saturday coverage for inpatient behavioral health unit once every 4‑5 weeks
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
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up‑to‑date details during the hiring process.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Seeks consultation as necessary.
Monitor patient(s) response to treatment plan. Communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.
Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Provides 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.
Minimum Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration
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 Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education
High school diploma or GED required.
Additional Preferences
Experience with children/adolescents and behavioral health strongly preferred.
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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