Occupational Therapist Assistant

Details

Client Name
NorthBay Health Medical Center

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Allied

Profession
Therapy

Specialty
COTA

Job ID
35495226

Job Title
Occupational Therapist Assistant

Weekly Pay
$2071.0


Shift Details

Shift
Day - 8x5 - 09AM

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
07/27/2026

End Date
09/20/2026

Duration
8 Week(s)


Job Description
Job Title: Occupational Therapist Assistant
Profession: Occupational Therapy
Specialty: N/A
Duration: 8 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours per Shift: 8
Experience: Minimum one year in an acute hospital or outpatient clinic preferred, however, new graduates will be considered.
License: Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license is required.
Certifications: Current BLS certification and all other annual requirements of the department.


Must-Have:
- Education: Minimum Associate of Science degree from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
- Skills: Good basic clinical skills in occupational therapy treatment for a wide range of physical disabilities.
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers.
- Knowledge: Knowledge of existing laws and regulations governing the practice of Occupational Therapy.


Description:
Works under the management supervision of the Client Supervisor and Practice Manager.
Under the general supervision of a certified occupational therapist, administers assigned patient treatments, assists with treatment planning, prepares, and transmits written and verbal communication of patient progress.
Supervises students and volunteers as assigned.
The Occupational Therapist Assistant shall be supervised by a certified occupational therapist per established departmental guidelines and regulatory standards.
Provides occupational therapy services under the supervision of an occupational therapist in inpatient and outpatient settings during assigned shifts, including weekend and holiday coverage.
Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, administers modalities and procedures specific to the learning needs and age of the patient.
Assists occupational therapists with plans for discharge.
Prepares and maintains accurate and current patient records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Provides patients, families, and caregivers with age-appropriate instruction regarding therapy procedures and home programs, as indicated.
Instructs the patient and family or caregiver in the care and use of assistive and adaptive equipment.
Communicates with rehabilitation team members, families, physicians, and third-party payers regarding patient progress and program changes as appropriate.
Attends and participates in interdepartmental in-services and meetings as required and appropriate.
Assists with orientation and supervision of other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
Participates in student intern and volunteer programs as appropriate.
Maintains clean, safe, and orderly treatment areas and equipment.
Reports to the supervisor any problems or suggestions regarding safety in the workplace.
Assists in ordering, cleaning, and stocking equipment and supplies per departmental guidelines.
Establishes and maintains effective communication with physicians, co-workers, patients, and other personnel.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops within assigned specialty areas.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Attendance is an essential function of the job.
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This may include moderate lifting, pushing, pulling of patients and equipment in the inpatient and outpatient settings.


Client Details

Address
1200 B Gale Wilson Blvd

City
Fairfield

State
CA

Zip Code
94533


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