Occupational Therapist Assistant - PRN

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Summary: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides patient treatment and therapy by following an established plan of care directed and supervised by an OTR/L. Responsible for mentoring Assistants, Technicians, and Students. Collaborates with other healthcare team members and physicians in a multi-disciplinary fashion to deliver the highest quality of care. Participates in CQI activities. Facilitates the provision of excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Provides patient therapy and treatment.
• Utilizes judgment and skills in implementing treatment plans.
• Physician communication is timely and documentation is up to date.
• Participates in CQI activities.
• Facilitates the provision of excellent customer service.
• Sets example.
• Monitors and holds co-workers accountable.
• Teamwork.
• Answers questions. Communicates hospital and departmental information.
• Collaborates with other healthcare team members in a multi-disciplinary fashion.
• Assists in the orientation of new employees.
• Mentors students and other rehab services personnel as assigned.
• Development.
• Proactively shares clinical expertise.
• Takes personal initiative to grow and develop professionally.
• Maintains clinical competencies.

Other information:

• Education: Associate Degree from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure/Registration/Certification: Current NC Board of Occupational Therapy license. Occupational Therapist Assistant license or eligible.