About this opportunity
Ascension lists this Occupational Therapy Assistant opportunity in murfreesboro, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Your Future Role At A Glance
Location: Murfreesboro, TN
Facility: Saint Thomas Rutherford
Department: Rehabilitation
Schedule: Full Time | Days
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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.
Benefits That Help You Thrive
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 In This Role
Treatment Implementation: Carrying out the treatment plan using specific therapeutic activities and modalities (like heat, cold, or electrical stimulation) to improve patient function.
Clinical Monitoring & Reporting: Observing the patient's response to therapy, documenting progress, and collaborating with the OT to revise goals as the patient improves.
Patient & Family Education: Teaching caregivers about a patient's specific deficits and how to safely navigate their environment.
Assistive Technology & Discharge: Helping patients select and use adaptive equipment (like reachers, shower chairs, or specialized utensils) and coordinating their transition to home or community programs.
Supervision: Providing oversight for Therapy Technicians or aides to ensure safety and regulatory compliance during basic tasks.
What Minimum Requirements You'll Need
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 Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy 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.
Equal employment opportunity employer
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.
Fraud prevention notice
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Worksite address
murfreesboro, TN, 37132, US
Who can apply
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