Occupational Therapy Assistant - Flex- Acute Care Therapy

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Flex- Acute Care Therapy

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant performs selected procedures under the direction of a licensed Occupational therapist who has evaluated the patient and developed a plan of care. Provides services in compliance with regulations governing the practice of occupational therapy and during the course of treatment, takes into consideration the patient's chronological and developmental ages.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. Acute care patient base. Flex schedule.

• Implements individualized treatment programs based on the occupational therapist's evaluation, plan of care, physician orders, and patient age, developmental level, and functional needs.
• Monitors patient response to treatment, communicates progress to the supervising occupational therapist, and assists with modifications to treatment goals and interventions as appropriate.
• Coordinates patient care through effective written and verbal communication with patients, families, occupational therapists, Clinical Team Leaders, managers, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Documents patient treatment, progress, and related clinical activities in the medical record and completes required documentation in accordance with organizational policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation support staff, students, volunteers, contract staff, and other healthcare professionals to promote efficient clinical operations and quality patient care.
• Orients new employees and provides guidance to students, volunteers, support staff, and contract personnel as assigned.
• Participates in patient care initiatives and departmental activities, including performance improvement, program development and evaluation, continuing education, in-service presentations, committee participation, peer review, staff meetings, and new employee orientation.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and safeguards protected health information in accordance with organizational policies and applicable privacy regulations.
• Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and supports departmental cost containment initiatives through responsible use of resources.
• Exercises clinical judgment within the scope of certification, departmental policies, established protocols, physician orders, and the supervising occupational therapist's plan of care to provide safe, effective, age-appropriate treatment.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Provides services in a variety of clinical settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, nursing facilities, home care, and community-based environments, and travels between Carilion facilities or patient homes as required to support operational needs

What We Require:

Education: Associate degree from an AOTA accredited program or equivalent 4 years of experience required.

Experience: None required.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia. AHA BLS-HCP required within six months of employment.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required.

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training