Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Profession: Occupational Therapist Assistant
Specialty: N/A
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours per Shift: 40 hours
Experience: Acute and trauma experience required
License: Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist Assistant
Certifications: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire
Must-Have:
- Associate’s degree as an Occupational Therapist Assistant or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.
- 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.
- Effective communication skills 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 diplomacy.
- Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility.
- Proficient in computer applications for patient care and documentation, including EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and cloud-based tools.
- Commitment to promoting an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity.
- Dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities.
Description:
Under general supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, provides occupational therapy services to individuals or groups of patients in accordance with the plan of care.
Provides skilled interventions in alignment with the individualized treatment plan as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
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.