Certified Occupational Therapist 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 cloudbased 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.