Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Summary: Under general supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), provides occupational therapy services to individuals or groups of patients in accordance with the plan of care.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides skilled interventions in alignment with the individualized treatment plan as directed by the supervising OT.
• Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices.
• Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Attends departmental meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan.
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data.
• Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient's best interest.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.
• Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility.
• Proficient in computer applications for patient care and documentation, including EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and cloud-based tools.
• Promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity.
• Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities.

Required Education:

Associate's degree as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.