Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified PRN

Essential Functions

The Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified implements occupational therapy program which includes treatment in relationship to the professional, technical and administrative operations of the Occupational Therapy department, under the direction of occupational therapist. Provides competent patient care to the developmentally, physically, and/or mentally disabled assigned patients in order to promote learning and/or restoration of functional abilities. Treatment: Provides occupational therapy treatment to a wide range of diagnostic and age groups complying with departmental protocol/procedures. Adheres to precautions as they pertain to the diagnoses or conditions. Conducts the treatment session by providing the appropriate behavioral management and structure to the treatment environment, utilizing several treatment alternatives for goal achievement and modifying the treatment program in response to changes in the patient’s skill level and/or environment. Begins discharge planning during admission to the occupational therapy program, considering patient/family training, equipment needs and follow-up issues. Teaches the patients and family members occupational therapy skills and techniques to facilitate the patient’s functional abilities both during the hospitalization and within home environment. Fabricates splints and adaptive equipment (to include training) as medically directed for the patient’s use based upon their disability and rehabilitative needs. Documentation: Prepares written reports and departmental documents in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Completes daily documentation of treatments and procedures and patient information.

Job Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Experience: Experience in acute and critical care preferred.
• License/Certification: Current Louisiana license for COTA or license eligible.
• CPR/BLS: American Heart Association

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.