Occupational Therapy Assistant

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Ascension Via Christi, St. Francis

Specialty: Occupational Therapy

Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

#NextGenHealthcare

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

• Support patient recovery by implementing personalized treatment plans and using specialized therapeutic techniques to help individuals regain daily living skills.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress in real-time, collaborating closely with occupational therapists to adapt goals and ensure the most effective care path.
• Empower patients and their families through clear education on physical limitations and the proper use of adaptive equipment for a safe transition home.
• Create seamless care transitions by documenting detailed patient progress and providing essential insights for discharge planning and community support.

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 Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (COTA) credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.